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Certification & Training

NCRA’s certifications are developed, independently validated, and maintained on an ongoing basis through a nationally-recognized certification entity, Professional Education Services (PES).  In addition, NCRA strives to meet the highest credentialing standards, as established by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).  NCRA is also a proud member of the Institute of Credentialing Excellence (ICE).

Certification Examinations

NCRA has administered its nationally-recognized certification program for court reporters since 1937, and 22 states currently accept or use the Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) testing in place of the state certification or licensing examinations.

Please visit the NCRA Certification Test Center to:

Continuing Education Update

Starting with the September 30, 2010 CEU cycle expiration dates, members requesting a 4-month extension of their CEUs from September 30, 2010 to January 31, 2011 will need to pay a $95 processing fee. Credential holders are encouraged to obtain their CEUs by September 30th; however, if an extension is needed, please fill out the CEU Extension Request Form.