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Looking to sharpen your ears and fine-tune your fingers? Our Basic Transcription Skills Training Course is your ideal online learning companion, tailored for those keen to master the core techniques of professional transcription. Whether you’re eyeing a freelance role, remote support job, or simply adding a useful skill to your digital toolkit, this course guides you step-by-step through the essentials of accurate and efficient audio-to-text work — all from the comfort of your own screen.

Expect a no-fluff approach: clear lessons, expert tips, and audio examples that help you build a sharp ear for detail and a keen eye for punctuation. You’ll gain confidence in handling different accents, formatting transcripts cleanly, and working with common transcription tools. No jargon. No filler. Just a smart, focused course built to make your fingers fly and your transcripts shine — all while keeping things refreshingly human.

Key Features

CPD Accredited

FREE PDF + Hardcopy certificate

Fully online, interactive course

Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet and smartphone-friendly

24/7 Learning Assistance

Discounts on bulk purchases

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Transcription

Module 02: Basic Transcription Techniques

Module 03: Advanced Transcription Techniques

Module 04: Grammar and Punctuation in Transcription

Module 05: Transcription Specializations

Module 06: Building a Successful Transcription Career

Learning Outcomes:

Acquire foundational knowledge and techniques.

Implement basic transcription skills effectively.

Apply advanced techniques for accurate transcription.

Demonstrate proficiency in grammar and punctuation.

Identify and excel in transcription specializations.

Strategize and embark on a successful transcription career.

Accreditation

This course is CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Who is this course for?

Aspiring Transcriptionists looking to build a solid foundation.

Language Enthusiasts keen on honing their transcription skills.

Students seeking a lucrative career in transcription.

Professionals aiming to diversify their skillset.

Writers and Editors interested in transcription as an additional skill.

Anyone desiring to work from home or on a freelance basis.

Individuals seeking a flexible and in-demand job opportunity.

Career-changers looking for a promising path.

Career path

Medical Transcriptionist in Hospitals or Clinics

Legal Transcriptionist in Law Firms or Courts

Media Transcriptionist in Broadcasting Companies

Academic Transcriptionist in Educational Institutions

Conference Transcriptionist for Events and Conferences

Captioning and Subtitling Specialist for Media Companies

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate.

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK).
For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10.
Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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