CRC Study Guide 2026
Everything you need to pass the CRC exam in one place: the exam format, every topic to study, real practice questions with explanations, flashcards, and full-length practice tests. Free, no sign-up needed.
CRC exam key facts
- The CRC Online Skills Test lasts 5 minutes, and candidates may not edit their transcript afterwards. Source
- Candidates must score 70% or higher to pass the CRC Written Knowledge Test. Source
- CRC Online Skills Test candidates may register for one attempt per registration window, or buy a dual registration for two back-to-back attempts, and test the following month. Source
- Under NCRA's Exam Retention Policy, a passed CRC Skills Test or Written Knowledge Test counts for three years; the other requirement must be passed within that time. Source
📋 CRC Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CRC Topics to Study (20)
✍️ Sample CRC Questions & Answers
1. Which ADA title specifically addresses accessibility requirements for private businesses that serve the public, such as hotels and restaurants providing CART services?
ADA Title III covers places of public accommodation—private businesses open to the public—and requires them to provide effective communication accommodations including CART when appropriate.
2. When facing an unfamiliar challenge in document preparation & filing within Certified Realtime Captioner, what is the BEST approach?
Researching best practices and consulting colleagues combines established knowledge with practical experience, while documentation supports future reference.
3. Which client communication & advocacy technique is MOST appropriate when delivering complex information in Certified Realtime Captioner?
Breaking information into manageable segments and checking understanding ensures comprehension and retention of complex material.
4. How can a captioner prepare for editing during live events?
Customized term lists, or glossaries, allow captioners to pre-program specific or frequently used words, names, and phrases, especially those unique to an event. This preparation ensures higher accuracy and speed during live captioning, reducing the need for extensive post-event editing. By minimizing errors from the start, it significantly streamlines the editing process later.
5. How does ongoing professional development support legal research & case analysis in Certified Realtime Captioner?
Ongoing professional development ensures that practitioners stay current with evolving regulations, standards, and best practices in their field.
6. What is the MOST effective way to stay current with developments in contract review & negotiation for Certified Realtime Captioner?
A multi-faceted approach including formal development, industry events, and peer collaboration provides the broadest perspective on current developments.
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- A timed, full-length CRC mock exam — 100 questions in 120 minutes with a 95% pass mark, modeled on the official exam's question count and time limit, followed by a score report broken down by exam domain.
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- Progress saved on your device: completed tests, scores and missed questions stay in My Progress, so you can retake only what you got wrong.
- A printable CRC cheat sheet you can print or save as a PDF.
- CRC flashcards built from the same question bank.
- Free CRC practice tests with the correct answer shown after each question.
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Sources & references
Exam facts on this page (fees, format, dates, passing scores) are checked against these official sources; the date is our last check. Editorial policy
- ncra.org — Eligibility, exam format, passing score, renewal, time limit, test delivery, fees, registration deadline, registration, retake policy · verified Oct 2026
- pearsonvue.com — Test delivery · verified Oct 2026