How to Become a Court Reporter in Georgia
All potential Georgia court reporters must meet the certification requirements of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA), the National Verbatim Reporters Association (NVRA), the Georgia Court Reporters Association Georgia Licensing Exam (GLE), or the American Association of Electronic Reporters and Transcribers (AAERT)’s CER and CET exams. For additional information, see the Georgia Board of Court Reporting website.
Testing
The Georgia Licensing Exam (GLE) includes a skills test and a written knowledge test. The workshop is required for all first-time testers.
IN-PERSON TESTING
Register early. Seating is limited. When registration is full, you will be placed on a waitlist and will be notified if a spot becomes available.
⚠ Student Membership RequiredYou must register for a Student Membership before you can register to take the GLE.
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Test Components & Fees
GCR Workshop
$125.00
Required for first-time testers. Study guide included.
Skills Test
$175.00
Skills examination on testing day.
Written Knowledge Test
$150.00
Knowledge exam on testing day.
Test Dates & Logistics
Georgia Licensing Exam Policies and Procedures Manual — download here.
2026 GLE Test Schedule
- January 24, 2026 (rescheduled to February 21, 2026)
- March 28, 2026
- June 27, 2026
- September 26, 2026
2027 GLE Test Schedule (tentative)
- January 9, 2027
- April 10, 2027
- July 10, 2027
- October 9, 2027
Location
Holiday Inn Express — Macon
240 N. Macon Street
Macon, Georgia 31210
Schedule
- Workshop: To be announced
- Written Test: Doors open 8:00 AM · close 8:30 AM
- Skills Test: Doors open 11:00 AM · close 11:30 AM
- Meet & Greet: Friday 7:00 PM (evening before test day)
More testing questions?See our Testing FAQ for answers about workshop dates, retake rules, waitlists, results, and more.
