Frequently Asked Questions

How many CEUs do I have and when does my CEU cycle expire?

Simply Sign In to the web site and once the system recognizes you, the link "Check CEU Status" will appear at the top of the left-hand menu. Once you click that you will be able to display a summary of your current CEU status, as well as providing links to your Cycle and Full Transcripts that are printable.

Or you can contact the MSIC directly by email or at 800-272-6272, Monday through Friday, 9-5 EST.

When do my CEUs expire?

CEUs always expire on Sept 30th, but the year varies depending on when the CEU cycle was started. The CEU cycle is 3 years.

When is the next Certification Exam? Will forms be mailed?

Skills Examinations

The RPR/RMR/Realtime skills examinations are always given on the first Saturday of May and the first Saturday of November. You must be a member by January 31st to be eligible for the May exam and July 31st to be eligible for the November exam.

Written Examinations

Written Knowledge Tests (WKT) are administered 4 times a year at Pearson VUE testing centers. Written exams are not administered on the same day as skills exams You must be a member 30 days prior to the close of registration to be eligible. For upcoming exam dates, please visit the Testing Center.

Registration

Registration forms for the May skills exam are included with the January issue of the JCR. Registration forms for the November exam are included with the July/August issue of the JCR. To register online, please visit the Testing Center.

CLVS Examinations

Written Knowledge Tests are held in conjunction with all other court reporting examinations at Pearson VUE locations. Production exams are held in conjunction with the CLVS Seminar/Forum. As of July 2008, two additional production exams wil be offered at regional locations in Decemeber and June. For upcoming exam dates, please visit the Testing Center. More questions about the CLVS Program? Visit our CLVS FAQ page.

When and where is the next Midyear Conference and the next Annual Convention?

You can find information on all upcoming NCRA events by visiting our Event Calendar. If you have further questions about the events, feel free to contact the Member Services and Information Center at 800-272-6272.

What seminars do you have coming up?

You can view the seminar schedule on our Event Calendar. Or you can contact the Member Services and Information Center at 800-272-6272 for information on upcoming seminars.

Is this seminar approved for continuing education units by NCRA?

Contact the Member Services and Information Center, by email or at 800-272-6272, to check if a seminar has been pre-approved for CEUs.

Is there a logo that I can use as an NCRA member?

Yes, there is. We’ve designed an NCRA Member logo specifically for that purpose, along with instructions on its proper use.

Where can I find more information about the Code of Professional Ethics and Business Practices?

The Code of Ethics and Advisory Opinions is available on our website. You will be able to navigate through the Advisory Opinions Index, Transcript Formatting Guidelines, General Guidelines, and Complaint Procedures. You may also contact the Member Services Center at 800-272-6272 to speak to our Code of Professional Ethics and Business Practices Administrator.

What is NCRA's contact information?

Address

National Court Reporters Association
8224 Old Courthouse Road
Vienna, Virginia 22182-3808

Numbers

Toll Free: (800) 272-6272 (NCRA)
Local: (703) 556-6272 (NCRA)
TTY: (703) 556-6289
Fax: (703) 556-6291

Member Services & Information Center Email

msic@ncrahq.org

Looking for a specific NCRA Department or Email? Visit the NCRA Contact page.