Certifications / National Court Reporters Association (NCRA)

RMR: Registered Merit Reporter

The speed credential above the RPR, for reporters who can hold fast, dense dictation. Often tied to higher pay grades in court systems.

Issued by

National Court Reporters Association (NCRA)

Skills legs

• Literary: 200 wpm, 5 minutes
• Jury charge: 240 wpm, 5 minutes
• Testimony (Q and A): 260 wpm, 5 minutes

Accuracy required

95 percent on each leg

Written test

None beyond the RPR already held.

Prerequisites

Current NCRA membership and a current RPR.

Renewal

3.0 continuing education units per three-year cycle, which renews the RPR and RMR together.

Legs may be passed separately. Earning the RMR is the gateway to the RDR.