Introduction
In today’s complex court environment, effective leadership can be especially difficult to achieve when faced with growing workloads, changing demands, political pressures, and more. The National Center for State Courts equips leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary for building agile and resilient court organizations.
Our Offerings
Courses from the Institute of Court Management
The Institute for Court Management has courses for new or rising leaders. Offered face-to-face or virtually, these individual courses are known for their relevant content, knowledgeable instructors, and networking opportunities created through interactive activities.
2025 dates:
- Modern Court Governance - April 30-May 1, May 7-8, 12-4 p.m. ET on all days (virtual)
- Educational Development - June 10-12, 12-4 pm ET on all days (virtual)
- Visioning & Strategic Planning June 17-18 & 24-25, 12-4 pm ET on all days (virtual)
There will be a second offering of these courses later in 2025.
Learn more about the Institute for Court Management and course registration.
Customized Leadership Training
Elevate your court's leadership with NCSC's tailored training programs. Whether you're a judge, administrator, or staff member, we provide training that drives courts and careers forward.
Leveraging over 50 years of expertise, our customizable courses are designed to enhance decision-making, improve team collaboration, and elevate leadership skills.
We offer flexible training options:
- Concise 1-3 hour presentations (in-person or virtual)
- Comprehensive 1-4 day onsite workshops (ideal for conferences)
- Intensive 2-day coaching introduction (customizable)
We partner closely with your court to develop experiences that address your specific challenges and objectives, ensuring practical and impactful learning.
Download the Leadership Catalog to learn more.
Executive Coaching
Executive Coaching from the National Center for State Courts will empower you to grow your skills through self-exploration and support. This executive leadership training helps leaders improve their performance and become more effective in creating a culture of excellence where employees feel valued and supported. Services include individual coaching; productive pair and team coaching; peer-to-peer training and workshops. Specialized training can also be customized to your court’s specific needs.
Visit Executive Coaching to discover how our training can improve your team’s effectiveness.
Navigating Leadership Webinar Series
Watch our free, eight-part on-demand series that features conversations with judges and court experts from across the country about topics ranging from courageous conversations to getting and giving good feedback.
Why NCSC?
As the world’s leading expert on court administration, the National Center for State Courts is a community of court leaders and professionals committed to the fair and efficient administration of justice. Our leadership training programs and courses help court leaders effectively address the challenges, opportunities and threats facing court organizations today by drawing from NCSC’s foundation of trusted court knowledge, research, and experience.