Computer Reporting


	Computer Reporting Technologies Certificates 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: text entry specialist--corporate steno transcriptionist-legal, medical scopist/text editor Back to FAQ's

	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. Back to FAQ's

	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). Back to FAQ's

	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. Back to FAQ's

	Personal requirements for success Ability to concentrate Good finger dexterity Ability to work well under pressure Ability to sit for long periods of time Good hearing Ability to work well alone Enjoyment working with words Back to FAQ's

	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. Please see the careers page. Back to FAQ's

	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: Back to FAQ's

	Special program notes Green River's Computer Reporting Technologies program offers you the following opportunities: 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. To benefit from a structured, yet self-paced program To write shorthand and see it translated into English on the computer from the first day of training To learn computer applications in reporting technologies To develop the skills essential for employment as a scopist or text entry specialist To receive hands-on training experience To participate in internships in scoping and text entry environments Back to FAQ's

If your questions were not answered please feel free to contact Lori Rapozo by phone at (253) 833-9111 Ext. 4219 or e-mail at lrapozo@greenriver.edu or any other of the Computer Reporting Technologies faculty for any additional information. The content provided on this site does not necessarily reflect the official views or opinions of Green River Community College. Comments or questions should be directed to: instructor This site is best viewed with IE 4.0 or above at 800 X 600 screen resolution Question or comments about the design of this Web site should be directed to webmaster Copyright © 2004 Page last updated: 03/06/2009