Creative. Interesting. In demand.
Have you ever considered a career in Court Reporting?
4 years of ONLINE TRAINING gets you:
• $45,000-$180,000/year
• Flexible schedule
• As much work as you can handle
This is a high-demand field that’s not going away!
Total cost of program: $2,200-$3,500*
Financial Aid available.
College of Marin is the only community college in the North Bay that offers court reporting.
All classes are now offered online.
Court Reporting Program Options – What does COM Offer?
CLICK on the program award to view costs and required classes for each certificate and degree
Court Reporting/Legal Transcription Technology Certificate of Achievement (40.0 units)
| Time to Completion (minimum): | 6 semesters |
| Estimated Tuition & Fees*: | $2077.00 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies*: | $1900.00 |
Required Classes (Example 1st Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 110 | Theory of Machine Shorthand | ◻ | 8.0 |
| COUR 167 | Procedures and Ethics for the Court/Deposition Reporter | ◻ | 1.0 |
| COUR 168A | Spelling and Vocabulary for the Court Reporter | ◻ | 1.0 |
| MEDA 165 | Medical Terminology I | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 2nd Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 112 | Skill Development I | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 120 | Skill Development II | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 166 | Legal Terminology and CSR Law | ◻ | 2.0 |
| COUR 169A | Computer-Aided Transcription | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 3rd Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 140 | Skill Development III | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 160 | Skill Development IV | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 168B | Grammar/Punctuation/Proofreading I | ◻ | 2.0 |
| COUR 169B | Transcript Preparation/Formatting | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 4th Semester) (4.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 168C | Grammar/Punctuation/Proofreading II | ◻ | 2.0 |
| MEDA 166 | Medical Terminology II | ◻ | 2.0 |
Certified Shorthand Reporter Certificate of Achievement (27.0 units)
| Time to Completion (minimum): | 4 semesters |
| Estimated Tuition & Fees*: | $3478.00 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies*: | $1200.00 |
Required Classes (Example 1st Semester) (8.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 180 | Skill Development V | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 200 | Skill Development VI | ◻ | 4.0 |
Required Classes (Example 2nd Semester) (10.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 220A | Skill Development VII-A | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 220B | Skill Development VII-B | ◻ | 4.0 |
| WE 298B | Occupational Work Experience | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 3rd Semester) (9.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 220C | Skill Development VII-C | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 225 | Mastery Skill Development VIII | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 283 | CSR/RPR Written Exam Preparation | ◻ | 1.0 |
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Required Courses (0.0 units)
Required Courses (0.0 units)
Court Reporting/Legal Transcription Technology Associates Degree (40.0 units)
| Time to Completion (minimum): | 6 semesters |
| Estimated Tuition & Fees*: | $2077.00 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies*: | $1900.00 |
Required Classes (Example 1st Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 110 | Theory of Machine Shorthand | ◻ | 8.0 |
| COUR 167 | Procedures and Ethics for the Court/Deposition Reporter | ◻ | 1.0 |
| COUR 168A | Spelling and Vocabulary for the Court Reporter | ◻ | 1.0 |
| MEDA 165 | Medical Terminology I | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 2nd Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 112 | Skill Development I | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 120 | Skill Development II | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 166 | Legal Terminology and CSR Law | ◻ | 2.0 |
| COUR 169A | Computer-Aided Transcription | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 3rd Semester) (12.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 140 | Skill Development III | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 160 | Skill Development IV | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 168B | Grammar/Punctuation/Proofreading I | ◻ | 2.0 |
| COUR 169B | Transcript Preparation/Formatting | ◻ | 2.0 |
Required Classes (Example 4th Semester) (4.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 168C | Grammar/Punctuation/Proofreading II | ◻ | 2.0 |
| MEDA 166 | Medical Terminology II | ◻ | 2.0 |
General Education (20.0 units)
See a Counselor.
Certified Shorthand Reporter Associates Degree (27.0 units)
| Time to Completion (minimum): | 4 semesters |
| Estimated Tuition & Fees*: | $3478.00 |
| Estimated Books & Supplies*: | $1200.00 |
Required Classes (Example 3rd Semester)
(9.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 283 | CSR/RPR Written Exam Preparation | ◻ | 1.0 |
| COUR 225 | Mastery Skill Development VIII | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 220C | Skill Development VII-C | ◻ | 4.0 |
Required Classes (Example 2nd Semester) (10.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WE 298B | Occupational Work Experience | ◻ | 2.0 |
| COUR 220B | Skill Development VII-B | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 220A | Skill Development VII-A | ◻ | 4.0 |
Required Classes (Example 1st Semester) (8.0 units)
| Class Code | Name | Completed | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUR 200 | Skill Development VI | ◻ | 4.0 |
| COUR 180 | Skill Development V | ◻ | 4.0 |
*Tuition averages roughly $500 per semester plus materials fees. Materials fees are typically $224-$300/semester. Students must supply their own steno writer, laptop and software: typical cost is $1,500, included in the above costs.
* These expenses may not reflect your actual cost to attend College of Marin. Tuition cost is for in-state tuition, which is currently $46/unit plus additional fees. For out-of-state tuition, see marin.edu. For information about opportunities for financial aid, please contact Enrollment Services at (415) 457-8811 Ext. 8822 or admissions@marin.edu.
** These courses have prerequisites.
Career Outlook
What work can I get and how much can I earn?
Court reporting has excellent career prospects: potential to earn a six-figure income, according to Forbes Magazine.
JOB TITLE: Court Reporter
- Annual Earnings: $52,970 to $150,000+ *
- What They Do: Use verbatim methods and equipment to capture, store, retrieve, and transcribe pretrial and trial proceedings or other information. Includes stenocaptioners who operate computerized stenographic captioning equipment to provide captions of live or prerecorded broadcasts for hearing-impaired viewers.
Salary ranges reflect 10% to 90% of annual earnings per data sourced from Economic Modeling Specialists International (www.economicmodeling.com); data includes the North Bay Region (Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma) and San Francisco County.
Key Contacts
Who do I contact if I have questions?
PLAN: Call the Counseling Office at (415) 485-9432
OTHER QUESTIONS: Call COM's Career Programs Dept at (415) 457-8811 x8200
PROGRAM QUESTIONS:
Contact Stephanie Stubbs, Court Reporting Department Coordinator; sstubbs@marin.edu; 415-457-8811 ext. 8226
READY TO GET STARTED?
Why Choose College of Marin for Court Reporting?
- Affordable: College of Marin classes are open to all and cost only $46 per unit for California residents. Financial aid and student support services are available to those who qualify. COM’s Court Reporting degree is a low-cost option – perhaps the least expensive in California.
- Expert Instruction: Classes are taught by CSR licensed faculty — COM has a certified CaseCATalyst trainer on staff.
- Small Class Size: Most classes have 10-22 students. This low student-to-teacher ratio allows instructors to work individually with students as needed while covering material in-depth. Support includes personal mentoring and coaching.
- Remote Option: Ordinarily, you can attend classes in person or remotely via Zoom video conferencing. However, due to COVID-19, all courses are currently online.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What else should I know?
How long does it take to earn the certificate?
You can complete the Certificate of Achievement in 6 – 8 semesters depending on your level of certification.
Are there any pre-requisites?
No, there are no requirements or prerequisites. However, good working English is essential.
Can I take classes in the evening?
No, at this time we do not offer evening classes.
Can I take classes remotely?
Yes! You can attend classes in person or remotely via Zoom video conferencing.
How do I get started?
To get started, you need to enroll at College of Marin and should meet with a career counselor (who can help you with planning your education, direct you to financial alternatives, and more!)
- See College of Marin Enrollment Services or Apply Online
- Contact a Counselor today at
- (415) 485-9432
- (415) 485-9430