TCRA ONLINE SEMINARS
All of our online seminars are NCRA approved. Most states only require CE seminars be approved by NCRA. It is the court reporter's individual responsibility to verify acceptance by their state.
Note: NCRA’s reporting requirements have changed. You can review them here: NCRA CEU submission form. It is the court reporter's responsibility to submit these CEUs to NCRA and to any state or association in order to receive credit. NCRA will charge a submission fee for any seminar that is not live.
Please note that we allow you to view an online seminar without charge. However, Certificates of Completion are only issued after the test is completed and submitted and payment is received.
It is the court reporter's responsibility to ensure that he/she does not duplicate a seminar when completing an online seminar (choosing an online seminar that was already attended live). Please refer to your Certificates of Completion for exact seminars completed as part of a live seminar if you have attended TCRA Conventions in 2022.
INSTRUCTIONS: Select an online seminar from the list and print or download the test for that seminar. View the seminar by clicking the link to that seminar and answer the test questions. When you have completed the test, you can upload your test(s) and pay for your seminar(s) here. Your test(s) will be graded, and if you have received a score of at least 70% you will be emailed Certificates of Completion within 48 hours.
Upload tests and pay for seminars
The following is a listing of currently available online seminars:
UP YOUR VIRTUAL GAME (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Feeling Zoomed out? Do you feel jittery at the thought of being on camera or wish you could turn off your video? Do you want to up your game and get attorneys and witnesses to better follow your instructions and to listen when you need to interrupt? Known for their workshops on the court reporter circuit around the country, Keith Scott and Rebecca Klein Scott of TALLSmall Productions will reveal hacks to up your virtual game.
Member $30 – Nonmember $45
HIRING A PROFESSIONAL SCOPIST (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Finding a scopist and keeping one can be challenging. In this session, Ms. Rachel Artis will cover when a reporter is ready to use a scopist and/or a proofreader, what the final expectation should be, and which services should and shouldn't be ordered. In addition, she will share with you what your vision and plan should be in working with a scopist to allow a long-term financially beneficial relationship for all parties involved.
Member $30 – Nonmember $45
DUCKS IN A ROW: DEALING WITH ATTORNEYS AND A FEW QUACKS IN CIVIL LITIGATION (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Let’s discuss how to best avoid feeling fowl when scheduling depositions, court appearances and navigating the appeals process! Stacie Odeneal JD, CWLS, is an attorney with 15 years of experience as a litigator in private practice. The quack ups have shown her how to move forward swimmingly, and she is happy to share the short cuts!
Member $30 – Nonmember $45
POSTURE, PERFORMANCE, AND ERGONOMICS (2022) 0.15 CEUs
According to Dr. Evan Pridmore, here’s the problem: more people sit behind a desk now than ever before, on average six hours per day, and musculoskeletal disorders are the most prevalent, costly, and preventable workplace injuries in the U.S. Some say sitting is the new smoking, and by sitting for excessive periods of time you are literally taking years off your life.
During this workshop we will focus on proper ergonomics and why it’s so important to begin incorporating best practices now rather than later on in life. Additionally, we will look at what systems of the body are impacted by poor posture and how this impacts our moods and stress levels. Lastly, we will provide you with best practices and free resources that you can begin incorporating into your daily life that will enable you to live a healthier and happier life.
Posture, Performance, and Ergonomics
Member $30 – Nonmember $45
INSURANCE PRODUCTS, ANNUITIES, AND RETIREMENT OPTIONS TAILORED FOR THE COURT REPORTING COMMUNITY (2022) 0.15 CEUs
John Smith and Michael Levy will present and explain a number of options available to court reporters in Tennessee to protect and enhance your business.
Insurance Products, Annuities, and Retirement Options
Member $30 - Nonmember $45
SCHEDULE C AND OTHER SMALL BUSINESS TAXES (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Victoria Hinson will present an overview of Form 1040, Schedule C, Profit and Loss from Business, Top 15 self employed deductions, Self-employment tax, estimated tax, and QBI deduction.
Schedule C and Other Small Business Taxes
Member $30 - Nonmember $45
TENNESSEE BOARD OF COURT REPORTING: ITS ROLE, ITS SCOPE, ITS REACH (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Marilyn Morgan will present and discuss the purpose of the Tennessee Board of Court Reporting, what they can and cannot do, and over whom they have jurisdiction.
Tennessee Board of Court Reporting: Its Role, Its Scope, Its Reach
Member $30 - Nonmember $45
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ETHICS PANEL (2022) 0.15 CEUs
Kristin Burke, Mindy Rutherford, Sheila Wilson, and Lynette Mueller, all seasoned professionals, will conduct an informed discussion of best practices for state and local procedures, ways to advocate for court reporting as professionals, and increasing A to Z training, student development, and mentoring. Many topics presented will come from recent situations that have been presented to the TCRA Board for advice and/or resolution.
Professional Development and Ethics Panel
Member $30 - Nonmember $45
