Audio Transcription - FETAC B20147 (Level 5)
(Dictaphone Typing)

Training Aim:

To enable learners to develop audio transcription skills and to produce documents to mailable standard using a typewriter, word processor or voice input system.


Objectives:

Learners who successfully complete this module will:

  • Operate an audio transcription unit effectively and efficiently.

  • Develop listening skills.
  • Transcribe matters of a business or general nature from recorded speech, with accuracy and fluency.
  • Develop good organisational skills, good work habits and an appreciation of the importance of the efficient use of the equipment and stationery.
  • Demonstrate personal initiative and resourcefulness in responding to audio transcription/dictaphone tasks.

 


Outline Training Plan:

 


The specific learning outcomes are grouped into 4 units:

Unit 1 - Operation of Equipment
Unit 2 - Layout
Unit 3 - Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary and Numeracy
Unit 4 - Production

 

Training Duration:

20 - 30 hours (depending on Learner's prior knowledge/existing skills).

Training Fee:

€400 euro

Record System:

  • Access Database, as approved by FETAC

  • All results are recorded on our database and comply with the Data Protection Act 1988.

 
Assessment & Certification:

 

All assessment is devised by the internal assessor.

Summary: Collection of Work OR Examination (Practical) 75% Assignment 25%
Grading: Pass 50-64% / Merit 65-79% / Distinction 80-100%

Trainer/Instructor/ Workplace:

Training Organisation - FAS Approved = 902364.
Tutors listed on the NRT - National Register of Trainers

Training Facilities:

Lir Business Services & Training Centre, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath or In-company. Training Rooms, Materials, CD-ROMs, On-line Tuition, Approved Course Manuals.


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