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£11.99
£11.99
On-Demand course
2 hours 12 minutes
Intermediate level
Remember the thrill of watching Netflix's Squid Game, understanding every gasp and plot twist thanks to precise captions? That's the power of transcription and captioning, a thriving industry that unlocks content for millions.
Now, you can delve into this impactful field with our Transcription and Captioning Course. Master the art of creating accurate, accessible text for videos, opening doors to diverse career paths and the satisfaction of making content inclusive for all.
You Will Learn The Following Things:
Grasp the fundamentals of subtitles and closed captions.
Craft clear and engaging captions that adhere to industry guidelines.
Confidently transcribe videos using both offline and online tools.
Integrate captions seamlessly into video files.
Expand your reach by translating captions for international audiences.
Apply your skills effectively in various transcription and captioning projects.
This course covers the topic you must know to stand against the tough competition. The future is truly yours to seize with this Transcription and Captioning Course. Enrol today and complete the course to achieve a certificate that can change your career forever.
Perks of Learning with IOMH
One-to-one support from a dedicated tutor throughout your course.
Study online - whenever and wherever you want.
Instant Digital/ PDF certificate
100% money back guarantee
12 months access
Process of Evaluation
After studying the course, an MCQ exam or assignment will test your skills and knowledge. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.
Certificate of Achievement
After completing the Transcription and Captioning Course course, you will receive your CPD-accredited Digital/PDF Certificate for £5.99. To get the hardcopy certificate for £12.99, you must also pay the shipping charge of just £3.99 (UK) and £10.99 (International).
Who Is This Course for?
Content Creators: Enhance your videos' reach and engagement with high-quality captions.
Educators: Make your online courses more accessible for learners with varying needs.
Businesses: Expand your audience and ensure compliance with accessibility regulations.
Freelancers: Build a rewarding career in transcription and captioning, offering your services to clients worldwide.
Individuals Passionate About Accessibility: Contribute to a more inclusive media landscape.
Requirements
There is no prerequisite to enrol in this course. You don't need any educational qualification or experience to enrol in the Transcription and Captioning Course course.
Do note: you must be at least 16 years old to enrol.
Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course.
Career Path
Transcriptionist - £20K to £35K/year
Captioner - £22K to £38K/year
Subtitler - £24K to £40K/year
Translation Specialist - £25K to £45K/year
Accessibility Consultant - £30K to £50K/year
Module 01: Introduction - What It's All About | |||
Definition: Captions | 00:02:00 | ||
Subtitling in Practice | 00:05:00 | ||
Workflow for Captioning Videos | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 02: Theory - About Subtitles and Closed Captions | |||
Theory: Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
Motivation: Benefits of Subtitles and Captions | 00:05:00 | ||
Differences Between Subtitles and Captions | 00:04:00 | ||
The Most Important Subtitle Formats | 00:06:00 | ||
Module 03: Guidelines - Nice and Clean Captions | |||
Language: Pay Attention to Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation | 00:03:00 | ||
Style Guidelines: How to Create Great Captions | 00:06:00 | ||
Example and Discussion: Good and Bad Captions | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 04: Preparation - Transcribe Your Video | |||
Preparation: Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
Definition: Transcription | 00:01:00 | ||
Reasons for Transcription | 00:04:00 | ||
The Other Way Around: Convert Captions to Plain Text | 00:02:00 | ||
Tools for Transcribing Videos | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 05: The Offline Way - Manually Prepare Captions With Desktop Tools | |||
The Offline Way: Overview | 00:03:00 | ||
Benefits of Captioning Software | 00:04:00 | ||
Subtitle Edit | 00:07:00 | ||
Tip: Adjust Timings | 00:02:00 | ||
Tip: Convert Subtitles | 00:01:00 | ||
Aegisub Advanced Subtitle Editor | 00:06:00 | ||
Other Programs to Create Subtitles | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 06: The Subtitle Track - Integrate Captions into Your Video File | |||
The Subtitle Track: Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
How to Add Captions to MKV Videos | 00:04:00 | ||
How to Add Captions to MP4 Videos | 00:03:00 | ||
How to Use Captions With the VLC media player | 00:05:00 | ||
Open Captions Vs. Closed Captions | 00:06:00 | ||
Tip: The Other Way Round: Extract Captions From Videos | 00:02:00 | ||
Module 07: The Online Way - Caption Videos Manually and Automatically Online | |||
The Online Way: Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
YouTube: Create, Edit and Add Captions to Your Videos | 00:04:00 | ||
Subtitling Platforms | 00:04:00 | ||
Download Subtitles for Any YouTube Video | 00:02:00 | ||
Module 08: Translation - Appeal to Your International Audience | |||
Translation: Overview | 00:02:00 | ||
Motivation: Translate Videos into Many Different Languages Using Captions | 00:03:00 | ||
The Translation Procedure: Translate Transcriptions, Not Captions! | 00:03:00 | ||
Online Translation Tools | 00:04:00 | ||
Module 09: The End - What Did You Learn? | |||
Summary of the Course | 00:05:00 |