Voice Writing
Develop accuracy, speed, and professionalism for diverse transcription careers
Learn the art of verbatim reporting. You will gain hands-on experience in voice speed control, computer-aided transcription, and professional reporting techniques. Graduates produce accurate transcripts, apply proper grammar and punctuation, and are prepared for careers in legal, business, and government transcription.
Program Advantages
The Voice Writing Certificate program equips students with the art of verbatim reporting. Through classroom instruction and practical exercises, students gain hands-on experience applying reporting techniques. These skills encompass an introduction to voice, voice speed control, proficiency in computer-aided transcription software, reporting procedures, and technology. They are highly relevant to creating accurate transcripts in diverse legal contexts.
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Develop a voice recording speed on five minutes of unfamiliar dictation with at least 95% accuracy.
- Write a dictated list with 95% accuracy using advanced voice writing, special abbreviations, and phrasing principles.
- Perform proper transcription utilizing computer-aided transcription software.
- Analyze and describe aspects of technology used in voice writing.
- Apply the rules of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization of transcripts.
Job Outlook
Related programs include Court and Realtime Reporting (AAS) and Court and Realtime Reporting (Certificate). All three of Alfred State's options build skills needed for careers in the media, courts, and accessibility services.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
CTRP1103: Intro to Voice Writing
Credits: 3
CTRP2202: Voice Speed Building Ia
Credits: 2
CTRP3363: Tech for Reporting/Captioning
Credits: 0-3
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Admissions Requirements
Recommended: Algebra
SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN
In voice writing, you’ll master realtime dictation with 95% accuracy using advanced abbreviations and phrasing. You’ll transcribe with computer-aided software, apply grammar and formatting standards, and analyze the technology behind voice writing. Training prepares you for careers in court reporting, captioning, and transcription with strong technical and language skills.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
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