Continuing Education
Continuing Education is an important component of every profession. ASRA members are required to engage in continuing education programs to regularly expand their professional knowledge and remain current with the developments of the profession.
Each member must obtain 30 continuing education credits (CEC) within a three-year membership block. Members must also attend at least one ASRA Fall Convention or Spring Seminar within this time frame. CECs may also be earned outside of ASRA events and programs. For ASRA members that hold a membership with the National Court Reporters Association, one (1) NCRA CEU is equivalent to eight (8) ASRA CECs.
To submit a request to recognize CECs obtained outside of ASRA conventions or events, please fill out the CEC verification form and send it with all supporting documentation to cecredits@asraonline.com.
How to Earn Continuing Education Credits (CECs)
Effective May 1, 2023
| Activity | Credits Awarded | Max. Per Block |
|---|---|---|
| ASRA Fall Convention/Seminar | 12 CECs | Unlimited |
| ASRA Spring Convention/Seminar | 8 CECs | Unlimited |
| NCRA Conferences | 8 CECs | Unlimited |
| NCRA Certification Testing | 5 CECs per completed leg | — |
| RPR Exam | 20 CECs (4 legs) | — |
| RMR Exam | 20 CECs (4 legs) | — |
| CRR Exam | 5 CECs (1 leg) | — |
| CRC Exam | 10 CECs (2 legs) | — |
| RDR Exam | 5 CECs (1 leg) | — |
| NCRA-Approved CE Program/Course1 | 1 CEC per hour | Unlimited |
| Article Tests | 1 CEC per test completed at 80% or higher | 10 CECs |
| Formal Software Training Instruction (must be approved and related to shorthand reporting) | 1 CEC per hour | Unlimited |
| CPR and First Aid Courses | 1 CEC per hour | 10 CECs |
| Volunteer Work Related to Shorthand Reporting2 | 1 CEC per hour | 5 CECs |
| Volunteer Work for a Registered Charity Not Related to Shorthand Reporting | 1 CEC per hour | 5 CECs |
- See Article III. Topics Eligible for CEUs. Proof of completion required. ↩︎
- Law Day, open houses, career fairs, formal student mentorship, etc. ↩︎
Once-in-a-Lifetime CEC Opportunity
Indigenous Canada is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada.
Indigenous Canada | University of Alberta (ualberta.ca)
This free online course runs at different times throughout the year. It is a 12-week (12 modules) commitment with an estimated time commitment of 2 to 3 hours a week.
The ASRA will award 1 credit per module for a total of 12 credits. (This program is not eligible for NCRA credits)
Proof of completion required: CEC submission form and a signed certificate.
| Activity | Credits Awarded | Max Per Lifetime |
| Indigenous Canada MOOC | 1 Credit Per Module | 12 ASRA credits |