Diploma in Captioning and Court Reporting in Edmonton Canada | Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Captioners and court reporters are experts capable of documenting speech at remarkable speeds exceeding 225 words per minute (wpm). Through specialized shorthand devices and advanced computer systems, they convert spoken dialogue into written text almost instantly.

This career stands apart from others, offering daily excitement through unique challenges and constant opportunities to absorb intriguing new knowledge.

NAIT provides western Canada's sole NCRA-accredited captioning and court reporting program (the National Court Reporters Association being a prominent U.S.-based organization with 35,000 members). This prestigious accreditation ensures graduates find employment globally, including throughout Canada and the United States. The program trains students to achieve machine shorthand speeds of at least 225 wpm, while developing: verbatim transcription skills at 225 wpm with 95% precision, mastery of transcription software, advanced English language competency, thorough legal knowledge covering criminal and civil matters, and strong interpersonal and leadership abilities