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NCRA Engage

Participate, Learn, Earn Rewards

NCRA’s Engagement Programs create exciting opportunities to connect with the profession, grow your skills, and explore certification and learning experiences all year long. Open to both members and nonmembers, these programs make it easy to get involved through interactive activities and professional development opportunities while earning rewards for your engagement along the way.

Ways to Participate

Start EARNING REWARDS your way

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NCRA Passport

Complete 12 activities for a chance to win an NCRA Conference & Expo registration, a complimentary hotel night at Conference, and more.

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Certification

Skills Testing Rewards

Register for certification tests and earn a complimentary skills test after completing qualifying registrations.

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Learning

Webinar Rewards

Purchase webinars throughout the year and earn a complimentary webinar.

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Annual Challenge

NCRA Passport

Complete eligible activities throughout the year and submit 12 completed activities for a chance to win Conference registration, a complimentary hotel night, and more.

How it works

  1. Complete activities — Participate in any of the activities listed below.
  2. Keep track as you go — Note the activities you complete and the dates.
  3. Submit your activities — Use the form to report your completed activities for verification.

Passport Activities

Select 12 activities to complete your passport. The following 3 REQUIRED activities must be included:

  • Join or renew your 2027 membership by December 31, 2026.
  • Update your member profile (primary address, email, business number, cell number, employment type).
  • Engage with an NCRA question or post. (Engagement post to be identified).
Get Involved
  • Add the NCRA A to Z® program link in your email
  • Add an NCRA A to Z® program graphic to your firm or personal website
  • Join an NCRA committee
  • Opt in to receive NCRA text alerts
  • Attend the NCRA Leadership & Legislative Boot Camp
  • Conduct and submit a Veterans History Project (VHP) transcript
  • Update your PROLink listing in your member portal
Content & Leadership
  • Present a session at the NCRA Conference & Expo (call opens August 1)
  • Present a webinar through the NCRA Learning Center
  • Write an article for the JCR magazine or JCR Weekly
  • Write an article for Up-to-Speed
Professional Growth
  • Apply for an NCRA or NCRF scholarship
  • Attend a live NCRA webinar
  • Attend the NCRA Conference & Expo
  • Earn a new certification
  • Take a certification exam within the first 10 days of a testing period.
Support & Engagement
  • Facilitate an NCRA A to Z® Intro to Steno Machine Shorthand program
  • Mentor a student through the NCRA Virtual Mentor Program
  • Nominate a professional for an NCRA award
  • Recruit a new member
  • Sponsor a student membership
Promote the Profession
  • Promote NCRA/the profession (e.g., career fair, school visit)
  • Sponsor or participate in an activity during Court Reporting & Captioning Week

Program details

Required activities — The three required activities (noted above) must be included as part of your completed Passport.

Eligibility — Participation is open to both members and nonmembers.

Program cycle — The Passport runs annually from June 1 through March 31.

Submit your Passport Activities — Stamp your passport by submitting your activity by using this form →

Verification — Submissions are reviewed by NCRA after March 31. Announcement of winners will be in April.

Prizes

  • Grand Prize: Participants who submit an NCRA Passport with 12 stamps will be eligible for a drawing to win (one winner):
    • Free NCRA Conference & Expo registration for the 2027 event being held in Kansas City, Mo.
    • One free hotel night stay at the Conference hotel.
    • A free 2027 NCRA membership.
    • 10 hours of free continuing education from the NCRA Learning Center.
    • A profile in the JCR magazine.
    • Value $2,000
  • Second Prize (awarded to two members): Participants who submit an NCRA Passport with 9 stamps will be eligible for a drawing to win*:
    • A free 2027 NCRA membership.
    • Seven free hours of continuing education in the NCRA Learning Center.
    • A profile in the JCR magazine.
    • A coupon worth $25 to the NCRA Merchandise Store.
    • *Members who have earned 10–11 stamps will also be included in the second-place drawing.
    • Value $800
  • Third Prize (awarded to two members): Participants who submit an NCRA Passport with six stamps will be eligible for a drawing to win*:
    • A half-price 2027 NCRA membership.
    • Four hours of free continuing education in the NCRA Learning Center.
    • A coupon worth $25 to the NCRA Merchandise Store.
    • *Members who have earned 7–8 stamps will also be included in the third-place drawing.
    • Value $425
 

NCRA Passport FAQs

What is the NCRA Passport program?

The NCRA Passport program is an annual participation initiative where individuals complete activities and earn stamps toward prizes.

Do I need to be a member to win Passport prizes?

To win the Passport prizes, you must be a member. Joining or renewing your NCRA membership is a required Passport stamp and is required for prize eligibility.

When does the Passport program run?

The program runs annually from June 1 through March 31.

What activities must I complete?

Participants must complete the three required activities along with additional activities to earn stamps for their Passport.

How do I submit my completed activities?

Submit your completed activities through the designated submission form to receive your Passport stamps.

How many stamps do I need to complete my Passport?

You must earn 12 stamps to complete your Passport.

When are submissions reviewed?

All submissions are reviewed by NCRA after March 31.

When are winners announced?

Winners are announced in April.

How many prizes are awarded?

One Grand Prize winner, two second prize winners, and two third prize winners are awarded.

How do the prize tiers work?

  • Participants who earn 12 stamps are eligible for the Grand Prize drawing.
  • Participants who earn 10–11 stamps are eligible for the second-place drawing.
  • Participants who earn 7–8 stamps are eligible for the third-place drawing.

Prize eligibility begins at six stamps.

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Certification Pathway

Skills Testing Rewards

Register for five certification tests and earn one skills test free.

Each certification test you purchase brings you one step closer to earning a complimentary skills test.

 

Program details

Eligibility: Candidates participating in certification testing.

Qualifying purchases: Any combination of five (skills or written) test registrations purchased at full price starting June 1, 2026.

How to redeem your complimentary test: Follow the steps below to successfully redeem your complimentary skills test registration:

Check Your Email

  • Instructions for redeeming your complimentary skill test will be sent via email. Save this email. It is required for redemption.

Note the Validity Period

  • Your complimentary skills test offer is valid for 180 days from the date of the confirmation email.

Redeem During an Eligible Registration Window

  • Redemptions are only accepted during specific registration periods: February, April, June, August, October, and December. You must submit your request between the 1st and 20th of these months.

Email the Certification and Testing Department

  • Forward your confirmation email to: testing@ncra.org and specify your test choice (ex. RPR-L, RPR-J, CRC). Your complimentary skills test will only be processed by forwarding the confirmation email.
  • The Certification and Testing Department will process your request and finalize your complimentary skills test registration.

Program timeframe: Starts June 1, 2026, and runs continuously. Registrations start over once the complimentary skills test is redeemed.

Limitations: Any test bought at a reduced price or provided complimentary do not count toward the required qualifying purchase count (5).

 

Skills Testing Rewards FAQs

Who is eligible for Skills Testing Rewards?

This promotion is available to candidates participating in NCRA certification testing.

When does Skills Testing Rewards begin?

The program launches June 1, 2026, and runs continuously.

What test purchases qualify?

Qualifying purchases include any combination of five full-price skills or written test registrations beginning June 1, 2026.

Do discounted or complimentary tests count toward the five required purchases?

No. Tests purchased at a reduced price or provided complimentary do not count toward the five qualifying purchases.

How do I earn a complimentary skills test?

You earn a complimentary skills test registration after purchasing five qualifying test registrations at full price.

How will I receive instructions to redeem my complimentary test?

Instructions will be sent by email. Keep this confirmation email, as it is required to verify your eligibility and redeem your complimentary test.

How long is my complimentary test offer valid?

Your complimentary test offer is valid for 180 days from the date of the confirmation email. If you do not redeem it within 180 days, the offer expires.

When can I redeem my complimentary test?

Redemptions are accepted only during specific registration windows in February, April, June, August, October, and December. You must submit your request between the 1st and 20th of those months.

Can I choose any skills test when redeeming my complimentary test?

Yes, provided you meet the prerequisites and specify your test selection when submitting your request by email.

What happens after I redeem my complimentary test?

After you redeem your complimentary test, your purchase count resets, and you may begin working toward another complimentary skills test.

Certification Test Center

Your Progress

1 Test registered
2 Test registered
3 Test registered
4 Test registered
5 Test registered
Register 5, get your 6th free!
Learning Pathway

Webinar Rewards

Purchase seven webinars and earn one free.

Each webinar (live or on-demand) you purchase brings you one step closer to earning a complimentary webinar.

Program details

Eligibility: Participants purchasing webinars in the NCRA Learning Center.

Qualifying purchases: Any seven webinar purchases and earned CEU made starting June 1, 2026.

Redemption process: Follow the steps below to redeem your complimentary webinar.
View the step-by-step instructions.

  1. Log in to the Learning Center Dashboard
    Access your account through the Learning Center dashboard.
  2. Open Your Transcript/Achievements.
    From the dashboard, select TRANSCRIPT/ACHIEVEMENTS and pull up your NCRA Learning Center Transcript
  3. Generate Your NCRA Learning Center Transcript

    Use FILTER BY DATE and enter a start date of June 1, 2026

    Under FILTER BY TYPE, select “CEU”

    This will generate a report of your completed purchases with CEU credit. You must have seven CEU webinars.

  4. Email Your Transcript

    Send your NCRA Learning Center Transcript to learningcenter@ncra.org and include your choice of complimentary webinar in the email.

  5. Confirmation

    Within three business days, you will receive an email from the Learning Center confirming you have been registered for your complimentary webinar.

Timeframe: Starts June 1, 2026 and runs continuously. Purchases start over once the complimentary webinar is redeemed.

Exclusions:  Webinars that are complimentary and award CEUs are exempt.

 

Webinar Rewards FAQs

When does Webinar Rewards begin?

The program launches June 1, 2026, and runs continuously.

What webinar purchases qualify?

Qualifying purchases include paid live and on-demand webinars in the NCRA Learning Center that award CEUs. Complimentary, free, or discounted webinars that offer CEUs do not count toward the seven qualifying purchases.

How do I earn a complimentary webinar?

After purchasing seven qualifying webinars and earning the CEU for each, you qualify to receive one complimentary webinar.

How do I access my complimentary webinar?

Participants will print their Learning Center Transcript and send it to the Learning Center. You must include in the email:

  • Your Learning Center transcript
  • Your selected complimentary webinar

What happens after I submit my transcript?

The Learning Center will review your submission and, within three business days, send a confirmation email registering you for your complimentary webinar.

What happens after I redeem my complimentary webinar?

After redemption, your purchase count resets, and you may begin working toward another complimentary webinar.

Is there a deadline to redeem my complimentary webinar?

There is no specific deadline, but participants are encouraged to redeem promptly after becoming eligible.

Can I choose any webinar as my complimentary one?

Yes, as long as it is available in the NCRA Learning Center, you may select your preferred live or on-demand webinar.

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Your Progress

Purchase 7, webinar 8 is free

Have Questions?

General FAQs

Who can participate in the NCRA Engagement programs?

Members and nonmembers are encouraged to participate in all three programs.

Can I participate in more than one program?

Yes. Members and nonmembers are encouraged to participate in all three programs simultaneously. There is no limit on participation across programs.

How are rewards issued?

Reward fulfillment details are described in each program details.

Who should I contact with questions?

For questions about the NCRA Engagement programs, please contact NCRA Member Services at membership@ncra.org.

Program Terms and Eligibility

  • Program activities, purchases, and registrations are tracked on an annual basis from June 1 through March 31. Rewards are subject to availability and must be redeemed within the program year in which they are earned unless otherwise specified.
  • NCRA reserves the right to verify all qualifying activity, test registrations, and webinar purchases prior to issuing rewards. NCRA further reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any program at any time with reasonable notice to participants. Participation in these programs does not guarantee a reward and is subject to all terms outlined herein.
  • For full program rules and eligibility details, refer to the program details sections above or contact NCRA Member Services at membership@ncra.org.

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