About the Course
Course Title: Certificate in Transcription
Course Duration: 3 months
Tuition Fee: Ksh.10,000
Course Overview:
The Certificate in Transcription is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the field of transcription. This course provides comprehensive training on converting audio and video recordings into written text accurately and efficiently. Students will learn various transcription techniques, including medical, legal, and general transcription, and will gain proficiency in using transcription software and tools.
Course Objectives:
Understand the fundamentals of transcription and its various applications.
Develop proficiency in listening and typing skills for accurate transcription.
Learn to use transcription software and tools effectively.
Gain knowledge of medical, legal, and general transcription terminologies.
Improve grammar, punctuation, and formatting skills for professional transcripts.
Understand the ethical and legal considerations in transcription.
Course Content:
Introduction to Transcription
Overview of transcription
Types of transcription: medical, legal, general
Roles and responsibilities of a transcriptionist
Listening and Typing Skills
Improving listening skills for transcription
Typing speed and accuracy enhancement
Techniques for effective note-taking
Transcription Software and Tools
Introduction to transcription software
Using foot pedals and other transcription tools
File management and organization
Medical Transcription
Medical terminologies and abbreviations
Understanding medical reports and documents
Transcribing medical dictations
Legal Transcription
Legal terminologies and jargon
Understanding legal documents and proceedings
Transcribing legal recordings
General Transcription
Transcribing interviews, meetings, and podcasts
Formatting and editing transcripts
Quality control and proofreading techniques
Grammar and Punctuation
Grammar rules and usage
Proper punctuation in transcripts
Formatting guidelines for professional transcripts
Ethical and Legal Considerations
Confidentiality and data protection
Ethical standards in transcription
Legal implications and responsibilities
Assessment:
Practical transcription assignments
Typing speed and accuracy tests
Final project: Transcribing a comprehensive audio or video recording
Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion of the course, graduates can pursue careers as:
Medical Transcriptionists
Legal Transcriptionists
General Transcriptionists
Freelance Transcriptionists
Transcription Editors and Proofreaders
Enrollment Requirements:
Basic computer skills
Good command of the English language
Keen attention to detail
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