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Discover Court Reporting A Career with Purpose, Precision & ProgressCourt reporters create the official record and help preserve access to justice. They capture the spoken word accurately and protect the record in courtrooms, legal proceedings, classrooms, broadcasts, and live events. Your Path. Your Purpose.Court reporters play a vital role in our legal system by preserving every word, every time. Whether you choose stenography or voice writing, both paths prepare professionals to create an accurate and reliable record. Two Paths. One Official Record.Stenography
Stenographic reporters use a specialized shorthand machine to capture spoken words quickly and accurately. Their training includes machine shorthand, legal and medical terminology, transcript preparation, grammar, and realtime writing. Voice Writing
Voice writers repeat spoken words into a specialized mask containing a microphone. Their training includes voice-writing technology, legal and medical terminology, transcript preparation, grammar, and realtime production. Why Court Reporting?A Rewarding CareerBe the trusted keeper of the record and an important part of the justice system. Flexible & In DemandExplore job stability, flexible schedules, and opportunities in several professional settings. Earning PotentialCourt reporting can offer strong earning potential and excellent benefits. Make an ImpactSupport attorneys, judges, litigants, and the public by creating accurate, timely records. Where Court Reporting Can Take YouOfficial Court ReportingCreate the official record in courts, trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings. Freelance & DepositionsReport depositions, examinations under oath, and other sworn testimony. CARTProvide realtime text access in classrooms, meetings, conferences, and community settings. Broadcast CaptioningProduce realtime captions for news, sports, live programming, and public events. How to Get Started
Court Reporting School ListReview training programs offering stenography, voice writing, or both. Some schools offer online programs, in-person instruction, or a combination of the two. Program structures and costs vary, so contact each school directly and research the option that works best for you. View or Download the School ListTraining ProgramsStenography + Voice Writing ProgramsTri Community Adult SchoolContact: Carrie Ravenscroft South Coast CollegePrivate college Contact: Yolanda Krieger Stenography ProgramsAllison HallCypress College of Court ReportingContact: Carole Freer ChampionStenoHardeman School of Court Reporting & CaptioningCollege of Marin / Indian Valley CampusNorthern California Contact: Stephanie Stubbs Voice-Writing ProgramsInternational Court Reporting InstituteContact: Sarah Flynn Additional School and Career Resources
Meet Los Angeles Superior Court Official Court ReportersLACCRA members attend job fairs, school events, and community programs to answer questions about the work, training pathways, and court-reporting careers. Ask Us About Court ReportingQuestions? Let’s Connect.Website: LACCRA.org Email: [email protected] Instagram: @lacountycourtreporters You have the ability. We’ll help you get there. |