Audio Transcription
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
10 weeks.
Entry Requirements
- Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
- Must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
- Must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Further information
Check out the next start date / enrolment of part-time courses via the Kerry College website
(https://kerrycollege.ie/part-time-courses/) or www.fetchcourses.ie
A fee waiver is in place for applicants in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment. You can check your fee waiver eligibility with Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP), INTREO or your Local Employment Service (LES) office.
Learn the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to perform audio transcription tasks.
Course Overview
The aim of the module is to provide the learner with the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to perform audio transcription tasks including operating an audio transcription unit, understand the conventions of written language and numeracy, apply appropriate layout and presentation, produce documents to a mailable standard, proof documents, produce fluent text, and attain minimum production standards.
What will I study?
Examine the function and operation of an audio transcription unit
Identify a range of reference material that can be used to ensure accuracy in carrying out audio transcription tasks
Examine the conventions of written language and its application to the audio transcription process
Examine appropriate layout, stationery and style of display for a range of documents
Apply accurate and appropriate written language usage to audio transcription to include spelling, punctuation and syntax
Use business and or vocationally specific vocabulary and terminology correctly
Apply appropriate formatting to the layout of audio transcribed documents
Follow dictated instructions to produce mailable documents
Use dictionaries, spellcheck and thesaurus and other reference materials as required
Carry out audio transcription in conjunction with an input device to produce accurate and fluent text
Implement implicit, explicit and dictated transcription instructions
Make calculations as necessary
Use an audio transcription unit to produce mailable standard documents
Exercise initiative and resourcefulness when performing audio transcription tasks
Proof read documents using appropriate correcting techniques, amending any errors as appropriate
Demonstrate organisational skills to include the efficient use of equipment and stationery
Attain minimum production standards of 40 wpm and 97% accuracy
5N1549 - Audio Transcription
SKILLS TO COMPETE - AUDIO TRANSCRIPTION - EVENING
Skills to Compete is an initiative to support those who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19, to re-enter the workforce.
https://www.solas.ie/programmes/skills-to-compete/
What is the certification?
QQI Level 5 Minor Award in Audio Transcription (5N1549).
Contact Caroline at Night Course Admissions on 066 714 9600.
email: caroline.pull@kerrycollege.ie