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Certified Court Reporter License in Arkansas

Quick Answer

To obtain a Certified Court Reporter in Arkansas, review the requirements from Arkansas Judiciary~Arkansas Board of Certified Court Reporter Examiners.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Certified Court Reporter certification in Arkansas

bronze
Education
No educational requirements
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
Felony convictions prohibited
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

Arkansas Judiciary~Arkansas Board of Certified Court Reporter Examiners

Certified Court Reporter Salary in Arkansas

Entry Level

$33,670

Median

$54,730

Experienced

$70,550

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Certified Court Reporter in Arkansas.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Felony convictions prohibited

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.