Fact · Typing and writing speed
2 to 4years
It typically takes two to four years to learn the basic skills of a stenographic court reporter, according to Wikipedia.
Checked against its source on October 16, 2026
In the source's own words
“It typically takes anywhere from two to four years to learn the basic skills to become a stenographic court reporter”
Court reporter, Wikipedia, n.d., Skills and training.
Open the original- What it measures
- The range covers learning the basic skills, not reaching the certification speed of 225 words per minute.
- What it does not show
- The article marks this range as needing a citation to a source. Programs and state rules vary, so treat it as a rough range rather than a fixed length.