The certification is a hallmark of study that complements existing degrees. Judges who earn Certificates in Judicial Development achieve a higher level of judicial expertise, skill and knowledge. The National Judicial College offers certification in the following specialized areas:

• Administrative Law Adjudication Skills
• Appellate Judicial Skills — New
• Dispute Resolution Skills
• General Jurisdiction Trial Skills
• Special Court Trial Skills
• Tribal Judicial Skills

Other courses may be available for credit with prior approval by the NJC. For eligibility and additional information, please contact the Registrar’s Office at (800) 255-8343 or (775) 784-6747 or registrar@judges.org.

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