--- title: Digital Court Reporter description: "Enter high-demand field: Digital court reporting program prepares for AAERT's CER exam." image: https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Legal.png --- [Home](https://aspire.loyola.edu/?hsLang=en) [Categories](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products?hsLang=en) Business [Digital Court Reporter](https://aspire.loyola.edu/products/2655831111#) ![product_image](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Legal.png) # Digital Court Reporter #### $875 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/digital-court-reporter/) #### [ Professional Credits: ](https://aspire.loyola.edu/credit_terminology?hsLang=en) CEU: 6 #### $875 Start Today! [Add to cart](https://careertraining.ed2go.com/loyola/training-programs/digital-court-reporter/) ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Completion.png) Completion Time 80 hours ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Access%20time.png) Access Time 183 Days ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Outcome.png) Outcome Industry Certification ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Language.png) Language English ![](https://aspire.loyola.edu/hubfs/ASPIRE%20Assets/Icons/Training%20level.png) Training Level Beginner #### Delivery Information: Online Asynchronous Self-paced #### Description Our Digital Court Reporter course prepares you to enter the high-demand field of court reporting. Currently, the industry is experiencing a severe shortage of court reporters, with a need for an additional 10,000 nationwide. This well-established shortage presents a substantial opportunity for those seeking a rewarding career with a secure future. Digital reporters can work in the freelance market for a court reporting agency or as full-time government employees at a courthouse. This court reporter certification course thoroughly prepares you for the national certification exams offered by AAERT's (American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers). Upon completion, you will be well-prepared to succeed in both the Certified Electronic Reporter (CER) and Certified Deposition Reporter (CDR) exams. The AAERT certification is the leading certification for courts and businesses throughout the United States and is required by various court systems and agencies for employment. Start your new career as a successful digital court reporter by learning all about proceedings, hardware and software needed to perform your responsibilities, legal system fundamentals, and essential industry terminology. #### Learning Outcomes What you will learn: - Digital court reporting procedure for all types of proceedings, such as depositions, hearings, trials, and more - Digital reporting hardware and software, including practice using digital recording software - Fundamentals of the United States legal system - Professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality best practices - Essential legal, medical, and industry terminology How you will benefit: - Develop the in-demand skills you need to become a successful digital reporter who can work in person in the field or at home - Successfully prepare to sit for and pass the AAERT's (American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers) Certified Electronic Reporter (CER) exam - The AAERT certification will help improve your marketability when applying for work at freelance agencies or court systems, some of which require the certification by law or because of government contracts #### Additional Information ** Note: If taking the course to prepare for the exam, please research the locations you are interested in working to determine whether they use digital reporting methods. Then ask if they recognize AAERT certification. #### Requirements ** ##### Technology Requirements Hardware Requirements: This course must be taken on a PC. Macs are not compatible. - A microphone. Software Requirements: Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins. - PC: Windows 10 or later. - Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome is preferred. Mozilla Firefox and Safari are also compatible. - [Microsoft Word Online](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/free-office-online-for-the-web) - [Adobe Acrobat Reader](https://get.adobe.com/reader/) - A free trial of digital reporting software will be provided in the Software module of the course. Other: - Reliable internet connection. Broadband cable or highspeed DSL is recommended for optimal experience. - E-mail account (to be able to register and to receive e-mail from the course system regarding registration, course status, etc.) Instructional Material Requirements: The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. ##### Prerequisites Prerequisites: To complete this course, you will need the following: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Basic computer skills, for example: - Create folders (aka directories) and save files - Find files saved on a computer and upload them to a webpage - Use a web browser and search the Internet - Familiarity with a word processing program - Ability to use videoconferencing software, like Zoom - Eligible for notary public commissions in your state #### Enroll My Team ** Are you looking to enroll your team in this training Course? 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