3 Positive Aspects To A Court Reporting Career

Of late I have been watching a lot of legal drama shows on TV and I can't help by

noticing stenographers or court reporters that are always present in the court room, typing away speedily. They are quietly sitting near the judge and barely noticeable recording everything a judge/witness or lawyer exchange during a trial or in private chambers.

Here are three things that a court reporter's job both entails and offer, if you are seriously thinking about becoming one.

It is a challenging but fulfilling role - without a doubt, this job is challenging, dramatic and fulfilling. You get to see justice being carried out, how Law can be applied in various circumstances and quite honestly learning a lot by what goes on in the court. Being in the middle of it will certainly expose to all these areas.

Staying ahead with technology - technology is an important aspect to a court reporter's job. Not only do they have to possess strong typing skills but also maintain the recording equipment. The stenography equipment as it is known needs to be checked thoroughly before a court case commences so as to ensure that nothing goes wrong during a hearing that can hinder you from keeping accurate records of what goes on in a court room.

Lucrative opportunities - this is one of the few careers that you can study for in less than two years and get a well compensated salary and a profession you can be proud of. A court reporting starting salary is around $30K per annum, higher or lower depending on where you are based and your formal education. You can easily start training by undertaking an associate degree in court reporting offered by a community college in your area. This can be completed in under 2 years and many colleges will also offer this via distance learning or online. Many court reporters continue their education with a bachelors or earning certification and go on to become freelance court reporters. Having a higher standard of education also ensures higher wages.

This career is a wonderful profession if you have great listening and typing skills. A profession that is well rewarded and well regarded in the legal arena. A career that with further training and education allows you to become self-employed and in charge of your own hours. A career that you can spend just two years of training and you have a profession you can be proud of. A career that can be done online if you have time constrictions. Whatever your reason is, court reporting is an excellent career choice.

by: Ruth R. Riddle

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