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DWI Court Enhancement: A Self-Study Web Course
OnlineIssues addressed include the evaluation and sustainability of the Court’s community partnerships. This online course offers not only basic information, but a wealth of resources. The course is sponsored by the National Drug Court Institute and The National Judicial College with funding through the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration. You will have 60 days […]
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An Ethical Approach to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986
OnlineThis program is the result of a collaboration between the National Judicial College and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The goal of this self-study course is to assist judges with increasing their knowledge surrounding the goals of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986 (CMVSA), basic terms and provisions unique to CDL laws, […]
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Judicial Ethics and Social Media: A Lightning Course
OnlineAfter completing this self-study course, which takes the average learner between 20 and 30 minutes, you will be able to: Give an example of a judicial advisory or ethics opinion that offers guidance on social media for judges;Recognize social media posts that may be ethically problematic for judges; andModify your own Facebook privacy settings to […]
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Search & Seizure in Impaired Driving Adjudication: A Self-Study
OnlineFaculty: Judge in Residence Earl Penrod
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Taking the Bench: An Interactive, Online Course for New Administrative Law Judges
OnlineAs newly elected or appointed ALJs, the participants will likely have many questions about transitioning from their current jobs to their new roles. Week one focuses on what it means to be an ALJ. Further, it addresses the ethical requirements in transitioning from the bar to the ALJ bench. Week two focuses on what new […]
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Selected Criminal Evidence Issues: Web-Based JS 602
OnlineWhy should I take this course?This faculty-led online course offers a convenient way to explore ways to make evidentiary rulings quickly and confidently in criminal cases without having to leave your docket. Who should attend? This course is designed for judges who preside over criminal trials and want to quickly and confidently make evidentiary rulings, family […]
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Investiture of President Aviva Abramovsky
OnlinePlease join the National Judicial College as we welcome Aviva Abramovsky as the 12th person and first woman to serve as president of nation’s largest and most prestigious institute for educating and inspiring judges from around the world. After serving as the dean of the law schools at the University of Idaho and University of […]
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Advanced Tribal Bench Skills: Competence, Confidence and Control
HollywoodFLWhy should I take this course?This course will give you the confidence you need to effectively and competently handle the cases that come before your court. You will learn different techniques to address all manner of issues that may arise during trial. Who should attend?All tribal judges who wish to increase their skill level on […]
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Fundamentals of Evidence: Web-Based – Spring
OnlineWhy should I take this course?The NJC designed this course for judges who need an introduction or a refresher in the Federal Rules of Evidence and their practical application in court. During the course, the faculty will cover the Federal Rules of Evidence, focusing on those areas which most often impact trial judges, while also […]
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Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges: Web-Based
OnlineWhy should I take this course? The evidence issues that an Administrative Law Judge confronts can be complex and challenging. This web course offers a convenient way to explore ways to make evidentiary rulings quickly and confidently without having to leave your docket. Who should attend? Full-time or part-time administrative law judges from urban or […]
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Spring Training for Judges: Decision-Making, Leadership, and Team Dynamics
PhoenixThis course is currently being offered at 2025 tuition prices. Register now to secure 2025 pricing. Price may increase later this fall as the 2026 calendar is finalized.
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Judicial Writing (JS 615) – ONLINE
OnlineWho should attend? Any judge, judicial officer, law clerk, or court-affiliated staffperson who writes briefs, opinions, findings of fact, conclusions of law, jury instructions, or correspondences can benefit from this course. Who are the members of the faculty? This course is team-taught by Professor Elizabeth Francis (University of Nevada, Reno). Since 1992, this team has […]
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Civil Mediation: An Online 40-Hour Workshop
OnlineWhy should I take this course?The techniques developed in this course will positively impact the judge’s communication and dispute resolution skills on and off the bench. This is a thorough and interactive, hands-on course that combines theory with practice. Participants act as mediators in simulated sessions and receive feedback on their performance. For those transitioning […]
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General Jurisdiction (JS 610) – Spring
Reno, NVWhy should I take this course?Designed for the newer judge, the course introduces you to a variety of subjects and skills you will need and use in your judicial career. Both academic and experiential teaching techniques are used to provide you with the solid, basic understanding of various topics, from ruling on evidence to handling […]
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Taking the Bench: An Interactive, Online Course for New Judges – Spring
OnlineWho should attend? Judges who have been recently elected or appointed. Who are the members of the faculty? Faculty are highly experienced judges and experts who bring a wealth of personal experience to their teaching. How is this course taught? Discussion assignments, writing assignments, reading, video, and weekly live calls with faculty ensure this course […]
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Decision Making (JS 618)
Chattanooga TNWhy should I take this course?Each and every day, judges are called upon to make decisions that affect the lives of the persons coming before them. This course familiarizes you with many of the factors that affect the judicial decision making process and assists you in analyzing your own thinking and style. During the course, […]
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Logic & Opinion Writing (JS 621)
New Orleans LAWhy should I take this course? Who should attend? This course invites judges to more carefully and thoroughly examine the underlying principles of logical reasoning as applied to their decision-making and opinion-writing. Judicial writing is often as important as the determinations. Opinions should serve as a reasoned statement that justifies the outcome judges have reached. […]
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The National Judicial Summit: The Foundation and Future of the Judiciary
Santa Fe NMNew Mexico judges.  If you are a current Appellate, District, or Metro Court Judge in New Mexico, please do not register through the National Judicial College. Your attendance is required, and your registration fee will be paid by the New Mexico AOC Court Education Institute (CEI). You will receive a registration link and further instructions from CEI. If you are a current New Mexico Hearing […]
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Administrative Law: Advanced (JS 649)
Reno, NVWhy should I take this course? This advanced level, four-day course includes in-depth discussions on the nature of the judicial process, due process, judicial ethics, and understanding cultural diversity. Advanced techniques in decision making, judicial writing, judicial review, access to justice and virtual hearings are also addressed. Who should attend? This session is designed for […]
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