Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
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  • I was pleasantly surprised with the feedback I received throughout the Transcription Basics course. My instructor, Sharon, thoroughly reviewed each of my transcription assignment submissions and provided detailed feedback on how I could improve. Throughout numerous CEU courses across several certifications, I’ve never received such consistent and helpful feedback! -Andrew W.

  • This is an excellent course. The staff is dedicated to helping students succeed in the course, as well as in the field. -Reuben George

  • BlueLedge has great quick tips. My course included a warm-up to the court system. The course builds upon itself so you are prepared for the bigger details and knowledge found as you move through the course. -T. Bellamy

  • The Covering Court and Large Proceedings course was well done! It was easily understood and progressed systematically through the material in digestible chunks of information. The follow-up questions were well thought-out and on par with the material from which they were pulled. The interspersing of graphics, live video, and links to YouTube keeps the user engaged and the material interesting and relevant. -Michelle Baden, Sr. Region Manager, U.S. Legal Support

  • Sharon, my instructor, was very helpful and kind. She genuinely helped me learn. I feel much more confident in my transcription skills after working with her and after completing this course. -Brooke

  • As a hairdresser/salon owner for 21 years, I must be crazy going to school for digital reporting, right? I’m loving it! The support from Kristin Dwyer, my instructor, is fabulous. This program is built for success. Excited to see what’s in store for my second career. -Jessica Skeens

  • The BlueLedge course is very well done. If one takes the necessary time to follow the instructions properly, they really are set up to be successful. I was especially pleased with the unexpected help I received when I was feeling pressure to have the course completed. The staff is really dedicated to helping those who are serious about becoming skilled in this field. – Reuben George

  • Working with my instructor, Natalie, was a pleasure. I feel as though I was able to reach out regarding my concerns and receive a response in a timely manner. She was very good at explaining why things were incorrect and helped to keep me on track to improve. -Robin

  • I wanted to give a massive thank you to my instructor, Natalie. She is a great instructor. She has a passion for her work and it is really refreshing to see. -Tisha Laurencin

  • I benefit greatly from BlueLedge webinars. They are educational, inspirational, and keep me grounded in my new second career as a legal transcriber. I am an AAERT Certified Electronic Transcriber (CET), and I consider BlueLedge as an integral part of my legal transcription and court reporting education. -Sandra T.

  • I really enjoy BlueLedge courses for continuing education credits. They are informative, well-prepared, user-friendly courses that keep you engaged and hold your interest! Definitely recommend! -L. Lewis

  • After working in the legal field for a couple of years, I set a goal for myself to get my AAERT certification. I searched for a class to prepare me for the tests better. Once I found BlueLedge, I signed up for the Legal Transcription course. The courses were easy to follow. My instructor provided great feedback on the transcription assignments to learn from the mistakes I was making. I know, without a doubt, that the knowledge I gained from BlueLedge helped me pass my AAERT exams on the first try for both the knowledge and practical exams. -J.M.

  • Until BlueLedge came along, we didn’t have a good source for courses like the ones they offer. It’s ideal to hear from fellow court reporters and see how my experiences compare with theirs and get new ideas from them. I’m always looking for ways that I can do things better. The courses prepared me well for certification and I passed the AAERT exam. I enjoyed that the course was online and self-paced. I could not take courses if they didn’t offer this convenience and at my own pace, especially since I am often in reporting jobs that push past 5:00 pm. -Judy Grill, CER, LER

  • I took the BlueLedge AAERT certification course and I would recommend it to anyone interested in legal solutions. Whether you’re in your twenties or sixties, like myself, it’s as informative as you’ll get in an online course. My instructors did not delay in answering questions or concerns and this prepared me for my certification. A bonus was that I was able to go at my own pace. Very excited to be a working digital reporter. Kudos to the BlueLedge staff. -Rita DeBlasio

  • I would like to thank BlueLedge for allowing me to be a part of their team. From my own court case to fighting to overcome COVID, BlueLedge was there with me through it all. And a special thanks to one of my instructors, Kristin Dwyer, RPR. She was the shining light in my darkness. I am so grateful to have you on my team. Thanks, BlueLedge. -Leola Thompson

  • Anytime I reached out to my BlueLedge instructors, they were amazing and quick to respond. If they didn’t have the answer right away, they would find it and reach back out to me as soon as possible. I never once felt like I couldn’t talk with them, and they always treated me with kindness! – A. Larington

  • I kick-started my digital reporting career by taking BlueLedge’s Introduction to Digital Reporting course. It was a terrific entry point into the field. I was curious about switching careers from a background in writing and editing to the legal services field. Enrolling in the course proved to be a wise decision because I’m now working fully as a digital court reporter. The coursework was vital in helping me understand the important roles a digital reporter plays in a deposition setting, a courtroom setting, and elsewhere. I also believe that it was a great first step in preparing me to become certified as a CDR with AAERT by emphasizing important terminology, recording techniques, and other vital knowledge-based tools one has to have in their arsenal for the job. – Maureen Moody, CER

  • I am extremely thankful that I chose BlueLedge for my career change from medical to legal transcription. It has been an amazing, smooth, and enjoyable journey taking this online course. I appreciate my instructor for all the timely responses to my questions and her expertise, which has prepared me for success. Thanks! – Leslie

  • As an employer, we have had great feedback from both employees who have taken your course! One employee has already taken the AAERT exam and passed with an almost perfect score. The employee who took your course was also one of our only employees who was able to pass the exam on their first try! – CourtScribes, Inc.

  • My BlueLedge instructor was a constant source of help, insight, constructive feedback, and encouragement. I learned so much from her, and I SO appreciate her sharing her extensive knowledge. It was fun chatting with her too. – Tere’ B.

  • I was a bit nervous to take a course online as this was a new career change. However, the guidance and direction I received from my instructor, Kristin Dwyer, made the experience much more manageable than I had expected. I feel I’m prepared to start working. – Melissa Mandato

  • I have always wanted to work in a court setting. I heard about digital court reporting and legal transcription, but I wasn’t sure where to start. After learning about BlueLedge, I figured out my next steps. I completed the digital court reporting course and passed the AAERT CER exam. I now work in a courthouse and absolutely love my job. I am happy I took the legal transcription course because it gave me a lot of necessary tools that I will be using daily. I had a wonderful teacher, Natalie, who was very helpful. I appreciate everything she has taught me – V. Blair, CER

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    COURT REPORTING FOR ANY CAPTURE METHODS

    This course provides students with a thorough understanding of how to cover court and non-court proceedings; the basics of the legal system; and court reporting professional, ethical, and confidentiality requirements. 

    (18 hours / 1.8 CEUs)


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    DEPOSITION TRANSCRIPT FUNDAMENTALS

    Learn how to format deposition transcripts and other non-court legal proceedings.  Federal (AAERT) formatting is not covered in this course.

    (10 hours / 1.0 CEUs)


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    TRANSCRIPTION BASICS

    This course provides an overview of fundamental skills for creating a high-quality transcript. It includes skill-building exercises in research techniques, understanding accents, listening with context, MS Word tips, basic/general formatting, and proofreading. Federal (AAERT) formatting is not covered in this course.

    (15 hours / 1.5 CEUs)


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    PREPARE FOR PRACTICAL - CET

    This CEU course provides students with helpful feedback on transcription assignments to help them prepare for the CET practical exam.

    (8 hours / 0.8 CEUs)


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    WORKING WITH A LEGAL VIDEOGRAPHER

    This CEU course will cover information on the responsibilities of a videographer, video technology, and how to work with a videographer.  

    (1 hour / 0.1 CEUs)


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    COVERING COURT & LARGE PROCEEDINGS

    This course is designed for someone who would like to master techniques for covering court work and large proceedings as a digital reporter. Large proceedings include depositions with many lawyers present, arbitrations, and meetings.

    (12 hours / 1.2 CEUs)


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    CAPITALIZATION

    This CEU course covers information on when to and when not to capitalize.

    (1.5 hours / .15 CEUs)


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    GENERAL TRANSCRIPTION TERMINOLOGY

    This course will go over terminology you may encounter while transcribing. Sections include legal, medical, historical/Latin, business, and pop culture terminology.

    (3 hours / 0.3 CEUs)


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    LIFE CYCLE OF A CASE

    This CEU course covers information on the stages of a case including filing, discovery, and trial.

    (1 hour / 0.1 CEUs)


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    INTRO TO DIGITAL REPORTING - CANADA

    This course is designed to give participants a thorough understanding of digital court reporting to cover examinations for discovery and other non-court proceedings..

    (20 Hours / 2.0 CEUs)


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    IMPROVING YOUR SPEED & ACCURACY

    As a professional transcriptionist, it is important for your productivity, and therefore your income, to type fast. This course will help you gain speed and typing confidence.  

    (8 hours / 0.8 CEUs)


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    TRANSCRIPTION ENGLISH, GRAMMAR, & PUNCTUATION

    This course will cover information on parts of speech, confusing words, and spelling rules. It is also a deep dive into grammar, punctuation, and capitalization. 

    (20 hours / 2.0 CEUs)


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    NUMBERS IN TRANSCRIPTS

    This CEU course covers information on when to and when not to capitalize. 

    (1.5 hours / 0.15 CEUs)


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    FORMATTING LEGAL TRANSCRIPTS IN MS WORD

    Learn how to use Microsoft Word to help you more easily create legal transcripts.  This CEU course covers federal formatting rules.

    (4 hours / 0.4 CEUs)


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    ETHICS & PROFESSIONALISM

    This CEU course covers court reporting ethics, professionalism, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and more. 

    (2 hours / 0.2 CEUs)


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    THE LEGAL SYSTEM

    This course will cover types of courts, types of law, and life cycle of a case.

    (3 hours / 0.3 CEUs)


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    COURT REPORTING IN FLORIDA

    This course will cover the information that must be followed by a reporter/transcriptionist working in the State of Florida.

    (15 hours / 1.5 CEUs)


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    UNDERSTANDING SOUND & MICROPHONES

    This course covers the topics of sound, microphones, A/V equipment, and room setup.  

    (3 hours / 0.3 CEUs)


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    CDR STUDY ESSENTIALS

    Prepare for the CDR exam with our Legal Systems, Terminology, and Professionalism & Ethics modules and a high-level review of best practices for digital reporting equipment, annotations, and procedures for depositions and other non-court proceedings.

    (14 hours/1.4 CEUs)


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    CER STUDY ESSENTIALS

    Prepare for the CER exam with our Legal Systems, Terminology, and Professionalism & Ethics modules and a high-level review of best practices for digital reporting equipment, annotations, and procedures for court work, depositions, and other proceedings.

    (16 hours / 1.6 CEUs)


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    COVERING EUOs & CREATING CNAs

    Learn everything a court reporter needs to know about EUOs and CNAs!  

    (1.5 hours / 0.15 CEUs)


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    BlueLedge is an AAERT-approved training center, preparing students for national certification in digital court reporting and legal transcription. 

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the job opportunity?

    There is a growing demand for court reporters and transcribers in the court systems as well as by private firms across the United States and the world. The nature of the court reporting and transcribing industry is that you truly can work anywhere, as there are always needs.

    What defines a good digital court reporter?

    Court reporters should be customer service focused, organized, capable of conducting different work in a variety of environments with people from a diverse background and capable of utilizing the legal knowledge gained through BlueLedge.

    What does AAERT approval mean?

    BlueLedge has passed a rigorous evaluation process by the nationally recognized governing association for digital/electronic reporters and legal transcribers to ensure the highest quality education for our students.

    What defines a good legal transcriptionist?

    Legal transcriptionists should be detail oriented, have a firm grasp of the English language, organized, capable of sitting in front of a computer for long periods of time while listening to audio with the legal knowledge gained through our training courses.