Minute Taking Training Course - CPD Certified & IAO Accredited

Whenever a meeting takes place, there is always that someone who needs to take the minutes. So why is it so important to do that? Well because it helps keep track of what went down in that meeting and summarizes the main points. This Minute Taking Training Course is designed to help you become better at taking minutes which essentially helps in different careers as well.

This is a very basic course where you can develop your skills and further your understanding behind the reason and need to take minutes. And that is why you initially start the course by understanding what minutes are and what is needed for a minute taker. Since minutes are business documents you have to understand what you should include and what should be avoided in minutes which this course will clarify. You will also learn about the differences between motions and resolutions, ways to record a meeting, understanding decisions and get tips on minute taking.

Overall for a basic course, it is quite straightforward and to the point. Taking it will help in making sure you get the strong foundation for when you need to take notes professionally.

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• Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials;
• You will have unlimited access to online learning platform in 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in 12 Months.
• Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result;
• The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification;
• Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime;
• The benefit of applying for NUS Extra Discount Card;
• 24/7 student support.
• Technical supports and live chat service for your inquiries. This is very helpful for international learners.
• Excellent and flexible mentor supports by our team of experienced tutors/trainers via email.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Minute Taking Basics

• What Minutes are
• What to include/what to ignore
• Motions and Resolutions
• Method of recording minutes
• Reasons for Meeting
• What is a decision?
• Minute Taking tips

Taking Minutes with OneNote 2007

• The Role of a Minute-Taker
• The Skills of a Minute-Taker
• Meeting Agreements
• Minutes Styles
• What Do I Record
• Techniques for Preparing Minutes
• Taking Minutes in an Interactive Meeting
• The Minute Book

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Assessment and Certification:

Upon completion of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and the results will be given to you immediately. Before sitting your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. After you have successfully passed the final exam, you will be able to order an Accredited Certificate of Achievement at an additional cost of £24 for a PDF copy and £39 for an original print copy sent to you by post.

• People interested in maximizing their efficiency in note taking for their jobs
• People interested in working as a steno type operator or journalist

• This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds.
• Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification.
• Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course.

Minute Taking Training Course is a useful qualification to possess and would be beneficial for any professions or career from any industry you are in such as:

• Stenotype Operator
• Personal Assistants
• Secretary
• Journalists
• Reporters