The state’s responsibility for training court personnel is executed by the Administrative Office of the Courts through the Judicial Branch Education Division.

The Judiciary

The division is tasked with providing continuing legal education to all appellate, circuit, and district judges. The division also administers the funding provided for tuition at out-of-state centers of excellence, such as the National Judicial College and the National Center for State Courts.

Court Staff

Certification and training programs are made available to trial court assistants, court reporters, district court clerks, and district court probation officers. Educational conferences for these individual groups are held throughout the state annually.

Continuing legal education and certification standards are monitored and strictly adhered to.

The division strives to enhance legal knowledge, refine administrative skills, and promote the highest ethical standards to improve the administration of justice for the people of Arkansas.