NCRA tests- no printing?

Asked by CCC {341}
1/31/2012 3:06:09 PM

As of this year, we may no longer be able to print and proof a hard copy of our NCRA tests as they will most likely be taking place online through RTC going forward.

Does anyone else have any concerns regarding not being able to check your work off a print-out before submitting your final test to NCRA via the internet?

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Answered by LynnForrest {130}
2/9/2012 8:05:54 PM

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The full information is available at NCRA's website under the Certification and Training tab. You don't have to buy RTC. You get to do a practice test. You listen to the test through your own headphones. Most people find out results the same day.

I understand what people are saying about it being more accurate to proof a written page than a computer screen, and I think you're right. However, to be honest, I never had enough time to print it out for proofing. I was lucky to hand it in on time.

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		Jessica Mondello Yes, my experience with realtime coach has always been that it`s not very accurate in marking errors. Hope it`s different for the test. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Linda Larson Wecome to the 21st century! Monday, February 06, 2012

		Christi Massey So is this saying that in order to take an NCRA-given test, not only do you have to be a member for it to count, but you also have to purchase RTC?? Uh, count me OUT. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Michelle Iadonisi Eak I don`t know if I trust Realtime Coach, because like Jessica said, it`s not always very accurate. It would say that I had like 40 drops in a row, and, of course, I know I didn`t, and when I would look and compare, I had like one or two. It was crazy. And if they do that, does that mean we`ll get the results quicker, like right away, instead of waiting that agonizing 6 to 8 weeks??? I can proof off my computer. I know you catch more on paper, but I proof all my work on the computer. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Jessica Mondello Michelle, yeah, I think I read you will get a preliminary result just like for the written. @christi, I don`t think you have to purchase real time coach. I think they have some sort of set up at the testing sites. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Tiffany Powell The test results through realtime coach are only preliminary results to keep us from having to wait so long to find out if we passed or not. They will have to be certified by NCRA before it`s final. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Angie McGalliard I`ve already passed the RP Monday, February 06, 2012

		Angie McGalliard oops! -- RPR and CRR and got tired of paying the HIGH fees for the CEUs that NCRA requires, plus their yearly dues, and I let it lapse. I felt no benefit from the accreditations of the NCRA. My state has their own standards at a much less cost and I know I am a very proficient, accurate CR, so if NCRA wants to change the testing protocol they need to make it beneficial to the reporter who works every single day, and make it worth the effort and cost. I have found no benefit to the initials be Monday, February 06, 2012

		Kim Murphy @angie-totally agree. NCRA designation has never furthered my career-now at 25 years. The proof is in your longevity- excellent reporting skills-accuracy and timeliness -fundamentals Monday, February 06, 2012

		Kim Murphy And technology cannot replace my skills- Monday, February 06, 2012

		Andrew Evans Here`s an alternative: www.nvra.org Monday, February 06, 2012

		Lee Walker Yes to the initial post. I want to read mine on paper. As for certification, I have been an excellent reporter for 18 years. Took the RPR right out of school and passed it on the first try. I let it lapse. I also felt all this time that certification is pointless, BUT in recent times, I have felt the CR climate change here in South Florida. Last year I left the agency i worked with for 12 years. To my surprise, every agency i called asked me for a resume and if i had any certifications. I Monday, February 06, 2012

		Chris Knox They say you proofread better on paper. On the computer you miss more, it`s only 80% you get correct from proofreading on the computer. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Kim Johnson Our instructors in school are/were all working court reporters and they strongly stress the importance of hard copy proofing before submitting our tests. It`s saved me many times. Monday, February 06, 2012

		Sheryl Singsime Stawski Yes, it`s better for a paper copy to proof on, but if I don`t have to lug my printer to a test, amen! Monday, February 06, 2012