In most states, Certificates of Proficiency from the NCRA or from state agencies are now required certificates for court reporters to have in order to qualify for appointments. The NCRA aims to set the national standard for the certification of court reporters, and since 1937 it has offered its certification program which is now accepted by 22 states instead of state licenses.
In most jurisdictions, Diplomas of Competence from the NCRA or from government agencies are now required credentials for court reporters to possess in order to qualify for appointments. The NCRA endeavors to establish a national standard for the certification of court reporters, and since 1937 it has provided its certification program which is now accepted by 22 states instead of state licenses.