In an age where a college education can mean nearly insurmountable debt and the job market is mediocre at best, court reporting is one career choice that is both affordable and in demand. A precise, accurate record of legal proceedings is a vital part of the justice system so there will always be a need for court reporters to ensure those records exist. The Shortage Projections indicate that the shortage represents nearly 5,500 qualified reporters. But why would such a lucrative industry experience this kind of shortage? There are several factors at play: Increased demand in the legal field — increased legal activity has driven the demand for qualified court reporters higher. Increased demand in other.....MORE