Prove you're on the cutting edge. Become a Certified Realtime Reporter and take advantage of the growing number of opportunities becoming available to realtime reporters. As one of the top national programs that certifies your ability in realtime, attaining the CRR designation commands instant respect and the immediate attention of potential employers.
Who is eligible to sit for the CRR Exam?
You must be a member in good standing of NCRA and a current RPR to register for the CRR.
How to register for the CRR Exam
All RPRs are eligible to take the CRR Exam. Registration information is sent with the January and July issues of The Journal of Court Reporting. You may register online as well. The CRR is currently offered three times per year, concurrent with the two annual RPR exams and the Annual Convention.
Job Analysis
A CRR Job Analysis which is the blueprint for this certification program is available at no charge online in Adobe Acrobat Format or by calling 1-800-272-6272.
What it takes to pass the CRR Exam
- The CRR Exam consists of three steps:
Setting up and operating your equipment
- Accurately writing realtime for five minutes at 96% accuracy from professionally recorded literary material at the speed of 180 words per minute.
- Converting your file to an ASCII text file. You are only graded on your final submitted text file.
How you maintain your CRR Certification
You'll need to maintain your CRR by participating in NCRA's Continuing Education program. You must maintain your NCRA membership and earn a minimum of 3.0 CEUs over a three-year period. These are the same 3.0 CEUs needed to maintain your RPR.
Recognition of your achievement
After you've earned your CRR you'll receive a handsome certificate to display in your home or office. You'll also be recognized in the Journal of Court Reporting, the Court Reporter Sourcebook, and on NCRA's Web site.
You will also receive .5 CEUs for passing the CRR Exam.