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What’s Online Training?
Is the ability to attend CM/ECF training via the Internet through the use of a computer.
How do I access Online Training?
From the Main Navigation system in the left side of this website, select Training - Online Training
What are the computer software and hardware requirements for Online Training?
- Internet Connection (high speed recommended)
If you are using a dial-up/modem connection you may not be able to attend online training. Each training module consist of a large file download which a dial-up/modem connection may not be able to handle.
- Adobe Flash Plugin. If not installed, you can download a free copy from www.adobe.com. Online Training can not be accomplished if Adobe Flash is not installed.
- Functional Computer Speakers
How do I enroll for Online Training?
There is no need to enroll for online training. As long as you are an attorney admitted to practice in the Central District of California, you can attend online training.
Please see How to participate in Online Training for more details.
I registered for Training at the Court or through one of your certified vendors but I would like to attend training online instead, what do I do?
The easiest way to handle this is to first cancel your previous enrollment and then proceed to take training online. If you signed up for training at the Court, you can cancel your enrollment online or by submitting a request to our support team. If you signed up for training through one of our certified vendors you will need to contact them
to process your cancellation request.
I have been admitted to the Central District of California but my information in your records does not seem to be up to date, how do notify the Court of this?
When you authenticate against our system to attend Online Training, our system will display your current information in record. If the information is not accurate, you will be able to click on a Update Information button which will take you to the Attorney Admissions section in our website where you can submit a request of change of information to the court.
I have been admitted to the Central District of California but when I type my Bar ID number the system can’t find me
Ensure you are entering the correct information. If you have confirmed that you are entering the correct information and the system still can’t identify you, please contact the ECF Helpdesk for assistance.
Can Legal Support Staff take online training as well?
Yes, legal support staff or administrative staff in your organization can also attend online training. However, CM/ECF Logins and Password will only be distributed to attorneys. Training for Legal Support Staff is separate from the Attorney's training but the content is the same. Training for Legal Support staff is not tracked by the court and it does not require authentication.
If I attend Online Training, do I still need to complete training at the Court (Classroom training)?
No, Online training is the equivalent of attending training at the Court or through our Sponsored Vendors.
Is there MCLE credit for Online Training?
No, Online Training has not been acredited for MCLE credit.
How long does the online training take to complete?
Approximate time for completing all modules is about two (2) hours. However, this can vary based on how quickly the trainee responds to the various commands required to advance through the modules.
Are there fees assessed for on-line training or training at the Court?
No, there are no fees associated with Online Training or Training at the Court. If you plan to attend trainign with one of our certified vendors check with them for details about fees.
Do I have to complete all the training modules in one sitting (at once)?
No, you don’t have to complete all training modules consecutively. You can complete one module today, one tomorrow, etc.
Do I have to take the training modules in order?
No, you can complete the training modules in any order you wish but you must to complete modules 1 through 7 before completing module 8.
Why can't I access Module 8?
That’s because you have not completed all previous 7 modules. Module 8 will only activate after you have completed modules 1 through 7.
If I start watching a module, do I have to complete it in its entirely?
Yes, once you have started watching a training module, you will need to finish it in order to acknowledge completion. However, you can always pause in the middle of the module if you need to step away from your computer. When you’re ready to proceed, you can press the Play button and the video will resume playing. If you close the video window in the middle of a module you will need to take that module again from the beginning.
Will the system time out if I wait too long to proceed after pausing a training module?
Yes, because the Court’s online training website is a secured website, the system will time out after about 30 min. - 1 hour of inactivity.
I try to view the different Training Modules but I am not able to see anything on my screen
As noted on the welcome page of the Online Training Site, your computer needs to be equipped with Adobe Flash. Adobe Flash is a plug in for your web browser which allows you to view the training modules in our website. Adobe Flash is free and you can download it and install it directly from Adobe’s website (www.adobe.com).
I am able to watch the training video on my screen but I don’t hear the audio
Your computer needs to be equipped with speakers in order to hear the content of our training videos.
I started watching one of the training modules and accidentally closed the window, what do I do?
You need to take that training module again from the beginning.
How do I know which modules I have completed?
As you complete each training module, at the end of each video there will be instructions to click the Finish button, clicking this button will cofirm completion of the training module. Failure to click the Finish button will require you to take that training module again.
When can I attend Online Training?
Online Training is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
What happens after I have completed all 8 training modules?
You will receive a confirmation email indicating that you have completed Online Training. The Court will generate your Login and Password in our CM/ECF system. Your Login and Password will be sent to you via your email address in record within 2 business days.
I completed Online Training but I have not received my login and password
Please ensure your information in record is accurate. Visit www.cacd.uscourts.gov and access our Attorney Admissions section to ensure our records show your current information. If our system is not up to date with your record you can submit a Request to change Information and submit it to the court.
If you are a Civil Attorney and completed Online Training before January 1, 2008, you will receive your login and password on or before January 1, 2008. Civil e-Filing does not go into effect until January 1, 2008.
I completed Online Training, when can I start e-Filing?
For Patent, Copyright and Trademark cases e-Filing begins November 1, 2007. For all other Civil Cases e-Filing begins January 1, 2008. You will not be able to file these type of cases until those dates. E-Filing for Criminal Cases went into effect January 1, 2007.