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Professional Touch Typist
Tyne Academy

Advanced Level | Free PDF Certificate Included | 24/7 Tutor Support Included | No Hidden Fees | Lifetime Access

Summary

Price
£22.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
0.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The "Professional Touch Typist" course is designed to provide a solid foundation in touch typing for individuals working in, or aspiring to work in, administration roles. Touch typing is a critical skill in modern office environments, and mastering it can significantly improve productivity, accuracy, and efficiency. Whether you're entering the workforce or seeking to enhance your existing administrative capabilities, this course will equip you with the tools to type confidently and accurately without needing to look at the keyboard.

By focusing on speed, technique, and consistency, the course offers an in-depth understanding of how touch typing enhances performance across various administrative tasks. This training is essential for anyone looking to thrive in fast-paced office settings where efficiency is key.

Key Takeaways:

  • Master touch typing fundamentals for efficient administration

  • Improve typing speed and accuracy without looking at the keyboard

  • Learn correct ergonomics to support long-term typing habits

  • Apply touch typing to enhance everyday administrative tasks

  • Increase your value and productivity in administrative roles

  • Build confidence for typing-intensive office work

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

1
section
3
lectures
0h 50m
total

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Description

Touch typing is more than just a convenience—it's a necessity in administrative roles where typing speed and accuracy directly impact output. This course focuses on helping learners develop strong touch typing skills that are applicable to a wide range of administration responsibilities, from data entry to email communication and report preparation.

Throughout the course, students will explore the principles of touch typing, proper hand positioning, and typing posture to avoid strain and increase long-term efficiency. The curriculum includes structured drills and timed challenges to reinforce consistency in typing and build muscle memory for high-speed administration tasks.

This course emphasizes how touch typing streamlines administrative workflows, reduces errors, and increases the capacity to manage large volumes of text-based tasks. In today’s business environment, where digital correspondence is the norm, mastering touch typing is an invaluable asset for any administration professional.

By the end of this course, learners will understand how to integrate touch typing into daily administrative duties to achieve better productivity and communication. The emphasis remains on practical application and results-driven improvement, enabling learners to transition seamlessly into administrative environments where quick and accurate typing is essential.

Key areas covered include:

  • Fundamentals of touch typing for administration tasks

  • Keyboard layout familiarity and finger placement

  • Speed development and accuracy improvement techniques

  • Typing ergonomics to prevent fatigue and injury

  • The role of touch typing in administrative efficiency

  • Real-world scenarios simulating administrative typing demands

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

  • Individuals preparing for a career in administration

  • Office workers looking to improve typing speed and efficiency

  • Job seekers aiming to enhance their employability in administrative positions

  • Professionals required to handle regular written communication or documentation

  • Students and career changers interested in administration or clerical roles

Requirements

There is no formal prerequisite for this Touch Typing course.

Career path

Upon completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

  • Administrative Assistant

  • Office Manager

  • Data Entry Clerk

  • Receptionist

  • Personal Assistant

  • Typist or Clerical Officer

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