The premier professional association dedicated to advancing the interests and skills of federal official court reporters across the United States.
Banding with those engaged in similar activity has been an important part of professionalism through the ages. It has been done to improve skills and occupation, share knowledge and common interests — and, yes, for camaraderie with colleagues.
You have a substantial investment in an exceptional profession, and a lifestyle that depends on the perpetuation of your job. USCRA focuses its attention on matters that affect court reporters who work in the United States District Court.
Join us for our annual convention featuring CEU-qualified seminars, board meetings, and networking opportunities in beautiful San Diego, California. Registration will be coming soon.
The next FCRR examination will be held in San Diego, California. Registration will be coming soon.
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Access comprehensive practice materials designed to help you prepare for the FCRR Examination and the Realtime Speed Contest. Our materials include actual previous exam content to give you the best preparation possible.
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It’s time to cross one of the items off your bucket list! It’s time to set aside your fears and trepidations and make the decision that this is the year you are going for it! Or, it may be time to focus on some writing time before you are sitting for the FCRR examination – especially since there is prize money involved! Whatever your reasons, we would love for you to help us kick off the USCRA Annual Convention by participating in USCRA’s annual realtime speed contest.
The USCRA Board of Directors has approved a prize of $300 for the highest scoring test that qualifies with the requisite score. The first place qualifier will also take home the contest’s traveling trophy to display in your home or office for one year.
The Realtime Speed Contest is five minutes of recorded two-voice Q&A material at 230 words per minute. A score of 96% accuracy is required to qualify. Candidates who qualify may be eligible to receive .25 PDCs from NCRA (allowed once per three-year CEU cycle). The top three contestants are recognized on Saturday.
Entry fee is $75. USCRA membership and convention registration are required to compete. A minimum of seven registrants are required for the contest to be held. For more information, e-mail Anne Bowline, Reporter Testing Committee Chair, at fcrr.uscra@gmail.com.