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As a solo entrepreneur, Kayler McGill believes that adding digital court reporting services to her mobile notary business has been one of the best career moves she has made. Within just a few months, she has been able to scale her business, secure a steady income flow, and become an advocate for the industry.

Digital court reporters have an exciting, fast-paced job that often requires them to think fast. It is also fascinating work with each day offering something new as you cover depositions, court proceedings, trials, investigations, interviews, and other types of testimonies.

Displaying the CER or CDR credentials after your name is a career-boosting move for both newcomers and experienced digital reporters. The time you invest in getting certified pays dividends in validating your professional competency, accelerating your earning potential, and demonstrating your continuous dedication to elevating industry standards.

For 25 years, Karen Foreman built a successful career in management in the poultry industry, but she often felt a deep dissatisfaction working for a corporation. In 2019, she decided it was time to shake up her life, jump out there and try something new at the age of 50. In searching for a more fulfilling direction that allowed her to work independently and on a flexible schedule, she decided to enroll in voice writing school.

The quality of a digital court reporter’s work output strongly depends on the quality of the equipment they use. Indecipherable audio is useless and can jeopardize the integrity of the record, so it is critical that you have the tools to get the job done right. The good news is that you don’t have to break the bank to get your hands on these essential products. The Court Reporting Academy recommends these essential supplies to our students.

Life has taken a dramatic turn for Eric Learman in just a few short months. In May 2022, the 25-year-old Ocala, Florida, resident was attending community college and working at a local retailer. Previously, he had spent years working long hours in restaurants and on construction sites. He now spends his days enjoying the flexibility of working from home while earning a great income as an AAERT-certified digital court reporter.

In today’s competitive times, one cannot afford to be left behind. Learning constantly can enhance your performance at work and even open new doors to progress and growth. With court reporting courses now available online, you have the option to go back to learning and finish your courses to get new get extra knowledge on current trending subjects.

Every industry is going through a rapid and consistently evolving period. This is true for the court reporting industry too. The courts are increasing their reliance on professionals who know how to use the right technology and, at the same time, are experts in their field.

For the past 20 years, we have eagerly welcomed students from all over the world. These students are fresh graduates, stay-at-home moms, professionals who want to start a reliable future career. We walk with them from the first time they arrive until they have confidently started their journey towards a successful career.