The program stresses practical and specific court reporting skills designed to meet the employment and personnel training needs of attorneys, courts, and court reporting firms. Students develop competencies in basic court reporting technology and learn to prepare transcripts using computer-aided transcription. In addition, students gain a general understanding of the code of ethics and professional responsibilities of court reporters.
Occupational Skills
Upon successful completion of the Court Reporting program, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of courtroom procedures.
- Pass three (3) five-minute tests with 95 percent accuracy at each of the following speeds: 225 wpm testimony (Q & A), 200 wpm jury charge, and 180 wpm literary.
- Transcribe medical, technical, and legal testimony.
- Use Computer Aided Transcription (CAT) systems.
- Write Realtime during dictation.
- Demonstrate familiarity with courtroom procedures.
- Complete 100 verified hours of externship of which a minimum of 60 hours shall be in actual writing time.
- Display professionalism and ethical practices during freelance depositions, courtroom hearings, and trials.
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Miami-Jacobs College is accredited to award certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree granting institutions also is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. |
