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Green River Community College's Computer Reporting Technologies program
prepares graduates for immediate employment in a variety of fields and is
approved by the National Court Reporters Association.
The Computer Reporting Technologies program at Green River Community
College is approved by the National Court Reporters Association. Upon
completion of any of these certificates-You may find work as a:
Prerequisites
All students entering the Computer Reporting Technologies program must be
high school graduates or must have earned a GED certificate.
Strong English is very important. You should have an above average ability
in spelling, grammar, and vocabulary.
Note: If English is not your native language, you must take the ESL
Assessment prior to meeting with an advisor.
It is recommended that an applicant know how to type before enrolling in
the program. Students who do not type a minimum of 50 words per minute are
encouraged to enroll in intermediate Typing Speed and Accuracy 1 prior to
completion.
Special fees
Lab fees per quarter.
Students must provide their own shorthand machines.
These machines are available for rent in the college bookstore for
$50-$100 per quarter (max. two-quarter rental). You may choose to purchase
a used manual machine ($100 and up). New realtime shorthand machines, for
student use, cost approx. $1,400 (includes the machine, a deluxe carrying
case and a tripod).
Personal requirements for success
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Ability to concentrate
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Good finger dexterity
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Ability to work well under pressure
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Ability to sit for long periods of time
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Good hearing
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Ability to work well alone
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Enjoyment working with words
Does the program transfer to four-year
schools?
The skill classes in the Computer Reporting Technologies program do not
transfer. However, many of the required supporting classes do transfer.
Special program notes
Green River's Computer Reporting Technologies program offers you the
following opportunities:
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To learn the latest technology in reporting,
called "realtime." As the shorthand reporter writes on the steno
machine, the words are displayed on the computer monitor for instant
viewing of the spoken word. This technology is now being used in many
courtrooms, depositions, classrooms, seminars, and corporate
environments. This is the same technology utilized for closed
captioning.
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To benefit from a structured, yet self-paced
program
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To write shorthand and see it translated
into English on the computer from the first day of training
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To learn computer applications in reporting
technologies
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To develop the skills essential for
employment as a scopist or text entry specialist
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To receive hands-on training experience
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To participate in internships in scoping and
text entry environments
Employment outlook
There are many opportunities for both men and women. Faculty maintain
contact with firms regarding employment opportunities. The staff helps
students write resumes and develop interviewing skills.
Salary range
The salary range for scopists, transcriptionists, and text entry
specialists may be based on an hourly or page production rate.
For specific information about Computer Reporting Technologies and Court
Reporting, contact:
Lori L. Rapozo
Extension 4219
lrapozo@greenriver.edu
Sidney Weldele-Wallace
Extension 4705
sweldele@greenriver.edu |
Lori L. Rapozo
Extension 4219
lrapozo@greenriver.edu
Sidney Weldele-Wallace
Extension 4705
sweldele@greenriver.edu |
