Registration opens July 1 for NCRA’s upcoming Certified Reporting Instructor (CRI) program, designed for current or aspiring teachers of court reporting. The interactive, asynchronous course runs Sept. 9 through Oct. 21, and space is limited to 20 spots.
The online CRI education is required for all CRI candidates. During the course, participants will:
- learn successful teaching methods and student communication strategies
- gain insight into the learning process and court reporting course design
- engage in practical demonstrations of classroom management and hands-on instruction
The program delivers immediate, practical value, both for those stepping into the classroom for the first time and more experienced teachers.
“Through this certification, I have the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to create effective lesson plans that support a variety of learning styles,” says Amy Doman, RDR, CRR, CRI, a freelancer from Carmel, Ind., who completed the program last year. “I also learned a great deal from the other students in the class through our discussions. These cream-of-the-crop instructors did a wonderful job of presenting the material, sharing their experiences, answering questions, and encouraging me every step of the way.”
Even for seasoned teachers, the course offers valuable insights and resources.
“Because I had already been teaching court reporting for several years,” says Tracy Thompson, CRR, RDR, CRI, another successful graduate of last year’s course, “I appreciated that the program still challenged me to examine my own instructional choices and gave me practical tools I could use right away. NCRA has created a rigorous, student-focused program that reflects the responsibility involved in preparing the next generation of court reporters.”
The program is once again being led by Kelly R. Moranz, CRI, an assistant professor at Cuyahoga Community College in Parma, Ohio; and Jennifer Sati, RMR, CRR, CRC, CRI, program director and instructor for judicial reporting and broadcast captioning at Anoka Technical College in Anoka, Minn.
“This course is for anyone who has a passion for the profession, along with a passion for training our new professionals entering the field,” says Sati. “Whether you are a court reporter who is thinking about teaching in the near future, someone who mentors students, or a current instructor, this course will help you see the bigger picture of education and also a breakdown of practical teaching strategies.”
“Effective instructors never stop learning themselves,” adds Moranz, :and the CRI course provides practical, research-based strategies that can be applied immediately in the in-person or remote classroom. Earning the CRI credential is an investment in your students, your profession, and your own continued growth as an educator.”
Along with instructional techniques, the course includes a textbook featuring the latest concepts in education and a variety of materials that instructors can implement into their own programs to have an immediate impact on their students.
| Course dates | Sept. 9- Oct. 21 (Asynchronous) |
| Registration open | July 1-Sept. 4 (Limited to 20 spots) |
| Cost | $440 for NCRA members | $516 for nonmembers |
| Required textbook | Court Reporter Instructor Handbook $52.25 members | $55 nonmembers |
| CEUs earned | 1.0 total CEU upon completion |
Ready to advance your career? Take advantage of growing educational opportunities and secure your spot early. For complete certification requirements, visit the CRI web page or contact criprogram@ncra.org.
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