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Registered Professional Reporter — RPR

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Description

The Registered Professional Reporter (RPR) program is the only nationally recognized certification program that establishes your competence as a reporter. The RPR is your first step toward your success as a court reporter.

Certifying Organization

National Court Reporters Association

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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