Court Reporter Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Court Reporter:

  • High school diploma or related qualification
  • A degree is desirable
  • A a professional license is desirable
  • Excellent listening Skills
  • Must be a good and fast writer; you will need to have extensive knowledge of grammar and an excellent vocabulary.
  • Good reading Comprehension
  • Ability to maintain focus for long stretches of time.
  • Attention to detail.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Court Reporter skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Court Reporter roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.