Why is accreditation important? Although graduating from an accredited program does not guarantee jobs or licensure for individuals, it may facilitate such achievement. It reflects the quality by which an educational institution or a program conducts its business. It speaks to a sense of public trust, as well as to professional quality. As a student, accreditation provides assurance that the program in which you are enrolled or are considering enrolling is engaged in continuous review and improvement of its quality, that it meets nationally endorsed standards in the profession, and that it is accountable for achieving what it sets out to do.
Accreditation is an important credential to look for when choosing a college. If you have credits to transfer from another accredited institution, you will want to make sure both schools have accreditation that allows you to transfer credits back and forth. Accreditation is also important for your degree to be widely recognized by employers and professional associations. Accreditation is an assurance to students and the public that an institution meets or exceeds standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability.
Historical Accreditation, Authorization, and Approvals: College of Court Reporting (CCR) was granted authorization to conduct business by the Indiana Board for Proprietary Education (BPE) on January 1, 1985. A little over two years later, on November 1, 1987, CCR was granted approval by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA). Finally, in September 1989, CCR was granted accreditation by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award Diplomas, Certificates, and Occupational Associate Degrees.
Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
Today, CCR is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) through 2031. CCR currently offers an A.A.S. in Court Reporting, a Certificate in Court Reporting, and a Certificate in Voice Writing. DEAC contact information: 1101 17th Street NW, Suite 808, Washington, D.C. 20036, Telephone: (202) 234-5100, Fax: (202) 332-1386, Website: https://www.deac.org/
The following link provides information on CCR’s required student achievement disclosures: DEAC Student Achievement Disclosure for the Public
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National Court Reporters Association (NCRA)
NCRA – CCR is approved by and has met the General Requirements established by the Council on Approved Student Education of NCRA. NCRA is not an accrediting agency; however, all NCRA-approved programs are accredited by agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. NCRA contact information: 12030 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 400, Reston, Virginia 20191, Telephone: (800) 272-6272, Website: http://www.ncra.org
National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA)
National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA) – CCR is an affiliate of NVRA. Founded in 1967, NVRA is the only national professional organization dedicated to the practice of voice writing, offering support and benefits to its members, certification, conferences, and newsletters. NVRA offers several levels of membership. Court reporters using either voice or stenographic methods may become general members of NVRA. NVRA contact information: 629 North Main Street Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39401, Telephone: (601) 582-4345, Website: http://www.nvra.org
State Authorization
- Home State Approval – CCR has been approved by the Indiana Board for Proprietary Education (BPE) since 1985.
- California Registration – CCR is registered as an out-of-state institution with the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.
- State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA) – CCR participates in SARA and is authorized to offer programs in member states that have agreed to adhere to comparable national standards for interstate offerings of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. This reciprocity process among member states endeavors to ensure high quality standards in relation to state authorization for distance learning. The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) is a private, nonprofit organization that helps expand students’ access to postsecondary educational opportunities and ensure more efficient, consistent, and effective regulation of distance education programs through SARA. NC-SARA contact information: 3005 Center Green Drive, Suite 130, Boulder, Colorado, 80301, Telephone: (720) 680-1600, Website: https://nc-sara.org/
Tuition
Tuition is $435 per credit hour, plus a $500 technology fee per semester. A monthly payment plan may be arranged whenever necessary. There is no service charge if tuition is paid monthly. A late charge may be assessed when payment is made past the due date. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover may be used for all payments. Financial Aid is also available to those who qualify.
Federal Pell Grant and Student Loan Programs
We participate in the Federal Pell Grant and student loan programs. Our school code is 026158. Our financial aid officer would be happy to assist you in what you are eligible for in terms of aid. Our team can be reached at 866-294-3974 or email [email protected].
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CCR’s transfer policy is in accordance with accreditation policy for transfer credit. Transfer consideration will be given consideration based on an evaluation of official transcripts, grades and credits earned, and relevance of courses to CCR courses. Please note that time to complete the program is not dependent on how many credits are transferred or on full- or part-time status. It is dependent on how quickly one develops the skill and accuracy and completion of all course and graduation requirements.
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