Never forget why you decided to become a court reporter and you’ll always have the motivation required to graduate. Please share some reasons that you’ve come up with to continue pursuing your dream. We can all motivate each other through our stories.
It amazes me how unknown but amazing this profession is. Even when i go on RUclips i dont see a lot of channels with people talking about this. Thanks for filling that necessary void!
@@Stenohood I went to school for 6 months, then I found out I was pregnant and moved to Victorville. I went to Tri Community in Covina. Tuition was like 300 a year in 2006. watching your videos is giving me the itch to go back. I appreciate your honesty on what it really takes to complete the program. I know lots of people that financed their education and didn't realize the commitment behind it. I am cheering you on. Please let us know when you complete your program
While I understand the perspective that money should not be the main motivating factor for court reporting (or any career), it is for me. I know, I know, unpopular opinion. However, court reporting is a second career for me. I come from the I.T. world and I was paid very well for my skills. So I have gotten used to a certain lifestyle as a result of being paid well in that profession. I also grew up poor and money has always been a motivating factor for me to excel in school/work because I never want to live that way ever again. My second motivation has served to be on par with my first motivation: I don’t want to go back to the I.T. profession and I want to do something very much unrelated to it. Court reporting is as far away from that profession as possible and I really am enjoying it!
Oh wow! You’re switching from IT? That’s very interesting. What made you switch? I was a counselor for computer science majors and I was always intrigued by your skill. Yes, we should definitely be rewarded for our skill! Absolutely 🤗🤗
Im 29 turn 30 next week! I got back from Afghanistan 2 years ago moved from hawaii to Wisconsin. Im currently going back to school here in WI and i work full time in Law enforcement. Everyday i have been looking into a career change. I was told about this and after watching this I have endless reasons to wanna do this career! Haha. People do this as a second career?! How?? Now i really really wanna learn haha
People can do this as a second career. Learning this skill will take time. If you’d like to learn more about the machine and what it takes to learn this skill, I recommend taking a free class through the NCRA website (A-Z program)
unfortunately, money and my child are a huge motivating factor for me. I am currently working as a clerical assistant for the NYS Courts and I absolutely love what I'm doing, but my husband and I want to move and buy a house, an make sure my son has a backyard to play in, and for us to live a comfortable life. However, on both of our salaries (he is an EMT) we are living paycheck to paycheck. We are just barely making ends meet, and we both are looking for ways to make more money. I already know I love working for the courts, so working as a stenographer would just be a paybump for me. honestly, I'm already thinking of ways I can practice when watching my favorite shows and listening to my audiobooks and transcribing them. I do think this will be a fun career. however, my child and the relief that income will bring to my family are motivation enough for me.
I am a teacher and am studying court reporting for a career change. Money is a big motivating factor for sure, but the flexibility is big for me too. I like knowing that it is a highly skilled trade and in demand. I also think it is sooo interesting and versatile. I am 44 and on my new journey. I’m also looking at it from a retirement perspective at this point. Thanks for the video!!
Yes!!! Congrats on your new journey! I can’t wait to hear more about your journey, keep me posted. Are you attending online and still working full time?
@@Stenohood yes I am doing StarTran theory. Do you know anything about it? I have completed 7 lessons out of the 40, then I will do a speed building program. Do you have any recommendations on that?
I strongly recommend that you learn each chapter of your theory while trying to practice that faster and faster each time , then go on to your next chapter.. some students get bored during theory or skim through the concepts which isn’t really mastering the concepts. You have to feel confident in mastering each chapter of your theory so you don’t forget it by the time you start sped building
Hi Charlotte, hope school is going well for you! I'm considering a career change and applying to go back to school for court reporting at 42.....nice to see that I'm not the only one! How's the program going for you so far?
@Stenohood I love you and your videos so much! This video was really inspiring and you made me remember why I wanted to switch out of my current field and pursue court reporting. Thank you!
Two nights ago I had dinner with some retired court reporting friends. And one reporter said that very afternoon he had turned down $750 just to appear, not counting the page rate, at two depositions. There is a tremendous need for court reporters in Southern California.
The way I see it is that people retire somewhere in their 60’s so you have another 20 years to work in a career that you’re interested in or stay where you are for the next 20+ years…. Plus you only have one life to live, so do what makes you happy.
I’m a nurse but would like to switch to this career field. However, I’m now homeschooling my son and would like to have a career that will allow me to work from home in the evening. Is this career field really that flexible?
Thank you for providing us with all this information. I'm looking into schools right now. I live in Los Angeles. Where can I look for some schools? I'm definitely fascinated by this profession.
Hey there! Really enjoyed your video. I am retired after reporting for 35 years. You shot this video 2 years ago, and I am so curious to where your journey has taken you. Am really looking forward to hear your story. Hope very much you are happy and making lots of $$$$ :) :)
I am currently a caseworker for child support. I highly enjoy my career but the work environment is toxic. So I decided to become a court reporter since I already know the legal terminology and I’ll actually get paid what I deserve. I have been in schools for many different careers and no school has gotten me as excited as court reporting. I actually look forward to studying everyday! This is the career that my dad hounded me to join since I was a teenager. All he would say is, “You type so fast and they make a lot of money.” I couldn’t stand hearing this from him as I would always say that money should NEVER be the reason you go to school for something. I would be miserably rich 😂 It wasn’t my passion and I had no interest in it. Yet, he continued all the way into my adult years. Now that I’m in the legal field, I finally have interest in it. I cringed when I told my Dad this and all he said was, “They make $60,000 a year. Google it!” Before watching your video, my motivation was the excitement of studying and to finish school in a year so that I can get out of this financial rut as I am raising two kids alone. Now I’m rethinking my motivation since your video. Thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I completely relate to your story. This career is amazing and this is your time! Timing is everything and now you’re more motivated than ever 😁 good luck, keep me posted
Hi, it’s typically 2-4 years but it could be more or less than that range as well. It’s skill based and you can’t move on to the next level unless you’ve mastered the previous level at 95% at minimum. It all depends on how much time you have to dedicate to improving your skill which will determine how long you’ll be in the program.
@@Stenohood this was another awesome video :)... There are days that i doubt myself and lose motivation and then i remind myself why i signed up and start to motivate myself... I fall down a lot and i get up every time
I just went and toured a school the other day and took the test. I viewed a lot of your videos before going. I would like to ask you a few questions, so how can I give you my info?
Well poo, I thought I was doing good with my $16 an hour, I think I'm in the wrong profession, lol! I'm sure my clients can clean themselves up and take their meds as needed, lol! Jk, I love my job
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Never forget why you decided to become a court reporter and you’ll always have the motivation required to graduate.
Please share some reasons that you’ve come up with to continue pursuing your dream.
We can all motivate each other through our stories.
It amazes me how unknown but amazing this profession is. Even when i go on RUclips i dont see a lot of channels with people talking about this. Thanks for filling that necessary void!
🙏 I agree, this career is quite full of exciting opportunities
@@Stenohood I went to school for 6 months, then I found out I was pregnant and moved to Victorville. I went to Tri Community in Covina. Tuition was like 300 a year in 2006. watching your videos is giving me the itch to go back. I appreciate your honesty on what it really takes to complete the program. I know lots of people that financed their education and didn't realize the commitment behind it. I am cheering you on. Please let us know when you complete your program
While I understand the perspective that money should not be the main motivating factor for court reporting (or any career), it is for me. I know, I know, unpopular opinion. However, court reporting is a second career for me. I come from the I.T. world and I was paid very well for my skills. So I have gotten used to a certain lifestyle as a result of being paid well in that profession. I also grew up poor and money has always been a motivating factor for me to excel in school/work because I never want to live that way ever again. My second motivation has served to be on par with my first motivation: I don’t want to go back to the I.T. profession and I want to do something very much unrelated to it. Court reporting is as far away from that profession as possible and I really am enjoying it!
Oh wow! You’re switching from IT? That’s very interesting. What made you switch? I was a counselor for computer science majors and I was always intrigued by your skill. Yes, we should definitely be rewarded for our skill! Absolutely 🤗🤗
Im 29 turn 30 next week! I got back from Afghanistan 2 years ago moved from hawaii to Wisconsin. Im currently going back to school here in WI and i work full time in Law enforcement. Everyday i have been looking into a career change. I was told about this and after watching this I have endless reasons to wanna do this career! Haha. People do this as a second career?! How?? Now i really really wanna learn haha
People can do this as a second career. Learning this skill will take time. If you’d like to learn more about the machine and what it takes to learn this skill, I recommend taking a free class through the NCRA website (A-Z program)
Hope you're doing well! Would love an update. I watched your videos through school, and I just got my RPR certification. Thank you for your videos!
unfortunately, money and my child are a huge motivating factor for me. I am currently working as a clerical assistant for the NYS Courts and I absolutely love what I'm doing, but my husband and I want to move and buy a house, an make sure my son has a backyard to play in, and for us to live a comfortable life. However, on both of our salaries (he is an EMT) we are living paycheck to paycheck. We are just barely making ends meet, and we both are looking for ways to make more money. I already know I love working for the courts, so working as a stenographer would just be a paybump for me.
honestly, I'm already thinking of ways I can practice when watching my favorite shows and listening to my audiobooks and transcribing them. I do think this will be a fun career. however, my child and the relief that income will bring to my family are motivation enough for me.
I am a teacher and am studying court reporting for a career change. Money is a big motivating factor for sure, but the flexibility is big for me too. I like knowing that it is a highly skilled trade and in demand. I also think it is sooo interesting and versatile. I am 44 and on my new journey. I’m also looking at it from a retirement perspective at this point. Thanks for the video!!
Yes!!! Congrats on your new journey! I can’t wait to hear more about your journey, keep me posted. Are you attending online and still working full time?
@@Stenohood yes I am doing StarTran theory. Do you know anything about it? I have completed 7 lessons out of the 40, then I will do a speed building program. Do you have any recommendations on that?
I strongly recommend that you learn each chapter of your theory while trying to practice that faster and faster each time , then go on to your next chapter.. some students get bored during theory or skim through the concepts which isn’t really mastering the concepts. You have to feel confident in mastering each chapter of your theory so you don’t forget it by the time you start sped building
Hi Charlotte, hope school is going well for you! I'm considering a career change and applying to go back to school for court reporting at 42.....nice to see that I'm not the only one! How's the program going for you so far?
@@keithrichardscorpse1230 I too, am following this path later than usual. I am 39 years old. How did you all do with theory in school?
@Stenohood I love you and your videos so much! This video was really inspiring and you made me remember why I wanted to switch out of my current field and pursue court reporting. Thank you!
Two nights ago I had dinner with some retired court reporting friends. And one reporter said that very afternoon he had turned down $750 just to appear, not counting the page rate, at two depositions. There is a tremendous need for court reporters in Southern California.
Absolutely! That is definitely great news and something to look forward to. 🤗🤗
Thank you for this video. I really needed this motivation today. :)
🤗 yes, we all need the continuous motivation 😊😊 always stay positive!
Thank you for this video. Can you make a 2024 update about this topic thanks.
Thanks for your awesome videos!! Always been interested in being a court reporter.. Is 40 too old to begin this career, frankly?
The way I see it is that people retire somewhere in their 60’s so you have another 20 years to work in a career that you’re interested in or stay where you are for the next 20+ years…. Plus you only have one life to live, so do what makes you happy.
great advise on the 5 reasons not including money!!!! im gonna think of that right now!!!!
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I’m a nurse but would like to switch to this career field. However, I’m now homeschooling my son and would like to have a career that will allow me to work from home in the evening. Is this career field really that flexible?
Going for a orientation soon. These videos are very helpful thank you for your channel!
Aw thank you... you got this! I’m excited for you and your new journey 🤗
Thank you for providing us with all this information. I'm looking into schools right now. I live in Los Angeles. Where can I look for some schools? I'm definitely fascinated by this profession.
I recommend Downey Adult School
@@Stenohood Thank you! I actually have an orientation scheduled for tomorrow. I wasn't too sure, but you just confirmed it for me! 💖
@@jasmincarrillo8725 you’ll do great! Congrats on your new journey and keep me posted
I'm from Santa Ana as well. ☺️
Hey there! Really enjoyed your video. I am retired after reporting for 35 years. You shot this video 2 years ago, and I am so curious to where your journey has taken you. Am really looking forward to hear your story. Hope very much you are happy and making lots of $$$$ :) :)
🙏 I’m still a student 😁😁 not giving up and getting better each day! I will keep ya posted 💛
I am currently a caseworker for child support. I highly enjoy my career but the work environment is toxic. So I decided to become a court reporter since I already know the legal terminology and I’ll actually get paid what I deserve. I have been in schools for many different careers and no school has gotten me as excited as court reporting. I actually look forward to studying everyday!
This is the career that my dad hounded me to join since I was a teenager. All he would say is, “You type so fast and they make a lot of money.” I couldn’t stand hearing this from him as I would always say that money should NEVER be the reason you go to school for something. I would be miserably rich 😂 It wasn’t my passion and I had no interest in it. Yet, he continued all the way into my adult years.
Now that I’m in the legal field, I finally have interest in it. I cringed when I told my Dad this and all he said was, “They make $60,000 a year. Google it!” Before watching your video, my motivation was the excitement of studying and to finish school in a year so that I can get out of this financial rut as I am raising two kids alone. Now I’m rethinking my motivation since your video. Thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I completely relate to your story. This career is amazing and this is your time! Timing is everything and now you’re more motivated than ever 😁 good luck, keep me posted
@@Stenohood Thank you so much! Will do!
May I know how much you payed for your court reporting program and how long was the program?
The price if the program depends on the school. There are private schools, public schools and others that can help you become a court reporter.
What school did you attend?
Hi, I’m currently at Downey Adult School in CA 🤗
@@Stenohood how long are you in school for? Or I guess how long is the program?
Hi, it’s typically 2-4 years but it could be more or less than that range as well. It’s skill based and you can’t move on to the next level unless you’ve mastered the previous level at 95% at minimum. It all depends on how much time you have to dedicate to improving your skill which will determine how long you’ll be in the program.
Court reporters make a lot of money... Im going to enroll in a court reporting school asap :p
😂
@@Stenohood this was another awesome video :)... There are days that i doubt myself and lose motivation and then i remind myself why i signed up and start to motivate myself... I fall down a lot and i get up every time
which websites have the best job openings?
It all depends if you want to work in court, depositions, CART or captioning 😁
$100k is enough for me
I just went and toured a school the other day and took the test. I viewed a lot of your videos before going. I would like to ask you a few questions, so how can I give you my info?
Please feel free to email me all my info is in the “about” tab 🤗 congrats on your new journey!!
I did always think court reporters made good money, because it's the hardest job in the courthouse
🙏😁
Well poo, I thought I was doing good with my $16 an hour, I think I'm in the wrong profession, lol! I'm sure my clients can clean themselves up and take their meds as needed, lol! Jk, I love my job
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