FIRST YEAR | ||
First Semester | Hours | |
CRT-067 | Court Reporting Comm I CRT-067Study of basic rules of English grammar as they apply to the production of transcripts of the spoken word in the reporting field.
| 3.0 |
CRT-043 | Intro to Court Reporting/CART CRT-043Comprehensive survey of the field of court reporting. Examination of history of reporting, equipment needs and technological trends, role of working reporter within legal system, business environment, and educational system. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 1.0 |
CRT-047 | Machine Shorthand Theory CRT-047A beginning course in machine shorthand theory. Students will receive instruction in realtime, conflict-free writing for court reporters, captioners, and CART providers. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 4.0 |
SFS-101 | Strategies for Success SFS-101Designed to improve student performance in college and beyond. Topics include: college resources; identification of college and career goals; implementation of study, note-taking, and test-taking strategies; and development of life management skills including time management, stress management, and relationship skills.
| 2.0 |
BIO-050 | Basic Anatomy & Physiology BIO-050This course provides an understanding of anatomical structures and functions of the human body.
| 4.0 |
Semester Totals |
14.0 | |
Second Semester | ||
CRT-084 | Medical & Legal Terminology I CRT-084A court reporter's course in medical terminology that covers medical word parts, going over primary terms, then reviewing structure and functions of the body systems. Legal terminology gives knowledge and understanding of commonly-used words in a courtroom. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
BUS-141 | Business Communications BUS-141Provides students practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication, in business settings.
| 3.0 |
CRT-040 | Speedbuilding I CRT-040Students perfect foundational realtime writing skills and establish keyboard mastery through practice of finger drills and sentence drills involving high-frequency words and phrases. Introduces students to literary material. Students practice at speeds up to 80 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-045 | Speedbuilding II CRT-045Introduces students to jury charge and two-voice material. Writing fluency continues to be the focus as students practice at speeds ranging from 80-120 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
12.0 | |
Summer Term | ||
CRT-050 | Speedbuilding III CRT-050Continued focus on concentration and fluency as students practice at speeds from 110-130 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
3.0 |
SECOND YEAR | ||
First Semester | Hours | |
CRT-055 | Speedbuilding IV CRT-055Continued exposure to material experienced daily by reporters. Continued focus on concentration, fluency and advanced theory principles as students practice at speeds from 130-150 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-060 | Speedbuilding V CRT-060Continued student exposure to material experienced daily by reporters. Continued focus on concentration, fluency and advanced theory principles as students practice at speeds from 150-170 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-068 | Court Reporting Comm II CRT-068Proofreading Skill Development Focuses on applying proofreading and editing skills to transcripts. Increases accuracy of editing with regard to placement of punctuation marks and spelling. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
PSY-271 | Intr/Psychology PSY-271Focuses on psychology as a science, introducing Concepts, research methods and research in a variety of subfields, including neuroscience, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, development, personality, disorders and therapy, and social psychology.
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals | 12.0 | |
Second Semester | ||
CRT-072 | Courtroom Procedures & Technology CRT-072Focuses on the role of the official and freelance reporter, including communication skills, professional image, confidentiality of proceedings, preparation of deposition/court transcripts, deadlines, marking and handling exhibits, storing notes, reporting techniques and ethics, including NCRA Code of Ethics. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-065 | Speedbuilding VI CRT-065Continued exposure to material experienced daily by reporters. Continued focus on concentration, fluency and advanced theory principles as students practice at speeds from 160-200 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-070 | Speedbuilding VII CRT-070Continued exposure to material experienced daily by reporters. Continued focus on concentration, fluency and advanced theory principles as students practice at speeds from 180-225 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-085 | Medical & Legal Terminology II CRT-085A court reporter's course in medical terminology that covers medical word parts, going over primary terms, then reviewing structure and functions of the body systems. Legal terminology gives knowledge and understanding of commonly-used words in a courtroom.
| 3.0 |
Semester Totals |
12.0 | |
Summer Term | ||
CRT-075 | Speedbuilding VIII CRT-075Continued student exposure to material experienced daily by reporters with focus on medical testimony. Continued focus on concentration, fluency and advanced theory principles as students practice speeds from 200-240 wpm. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-090 | CSR Exam Preparation CRT-090Preparation for Illinois CSR exam. Speedbuilding at 180-225 wpm on literary, jury charge, and Q&A material. Preparation for Written Knowledge Portion of CSR by reviewing grammar, vocabulary, technology. Practice on past CSR exams and RealTime Coach. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 3.0 |
CRT-083 | Court Reporting Internship CRT-083Provide students an opportunity to observe, apply knowledge, and gain experience writing. Number of hours of actual writing time varies by specialization. Students will write under the supervision of a practicing reporter using machine steno technology. (Repeatable 3 times)
| 1.0 |
Semester Totals |
7.0 |
Total Program Hours | 60.0 |