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10 MONTH SECRETARIAL CURRICULUM
<br />Shorthand Theory
<br />This is an introduction to the principles of Gregg
<br />Shorthand. Included is the development of rapid reading
<br />and writing techniques. Emphasis is placed upon the
<br />mastery of brief forms, phrases, a basic business
<br />vocabulary, the formation of good language skills, business
<br />letter dictation and the introduction to pre -transcription
<br />techniques.
<br />Advanced Shorthand
<br />The two key areas of skill development are separated
<br />and each student is placed in a speed building section
<br />and a transcription section. During the secretarial
<br />program, every student spends two hours daily in the
<br />development of shorthand skill.
<br />Speed Building
<br />Concentration in this class is on assisting the student
<br />to develop the ability to accomplish faster, more
<br />accurate dictation skills. Speed building may start at
<br />a level as low as 50 wpm. Each individual is
<br />encouraged to progress through the speed building
<br />levels at her own rate of progress. If an individual
<br />can meet the requirements established for any given
<br />speed level, she may progress to the next level within
<br />a minimum time period of two weeks. Expert
<br />students may progress to levels of dictation offered
<br />at 160 wpm or more.
<br />Transcription
<br />The ultimate goal of the transcription course is to
<br />have each student reach a highly employable level of
<br />ability. This is accomplished by establishing specific
<br />goals throughout the prograi;-i. Each course places
<br />increasingly more importance on degree of accuracy.
<br />Accuracy in transcription is built by exposing the
<br />student to the following topics in part:
<br />1. English skill — punctuation, spelling, sentence
<br />structure, proper word usage, vocabulary
<br />2. Proofreading
<br />3. Letter styles
<br />4. Transcription of material
<br />5. Erasures
<br />6. Carbon copies
<br />These are some of the areas covered which will help
<br />the student achieve 100% mailability of transcribed
<br />material.
<br />Introductory Typewriting
<br />This is a beginner's course for students who have not
<br />had previous training in typewriting or who need a
<br />complete keyboard review. Correct posture, mastery of
<br />the keyboard, operating techniques, a knowledge of the
<br />parts of the typewriter, centering, and basic letter writing
<br />are taught.
<br />Advanced Typewriting
<br />Each student is scheduled for one typewriting class
<br />period daily throughout the secretarial program. Students
<br />In advanced classes progress through increasingly more
<br />demanding presentations of letter styles, business forms,
<br />erasing, carbon copies, ,and other typing techniques.
<br />As the student reaches the closing portion of the
<br />course, special emphasis is placed on production
<br />typewriting. Additionally, the student is introduced to and
<br />trained on the transcriber equipment.
<br />Specific attention is given to the individual's speed and
<br />accuracy. An analysis of each student's specific need for
<br />improvement is part of the ongoing course content.
<br />Word Processing
<br />The concept of word processing is presented. Students
<br />become familiarized with the terminology and varied job
<br />responsibilities of a word processing operator, including
<br />such tasks as working from rough draft material and text
<br />editing.
<br />Business Communications
<br />All students must have an in-depth knowledge of
<br />English grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
<br />This information is then applied to composing and typing
<br />perfect data sheets and business letters. Some specific
<br />types of letters are application letters, order letters,
<br />acknowledgement letters, and credit letters.
<br />Secretarial Management
<br />This is a comprehensive finishing course that ties
<br />together the various secretarial skills the student has
<br />studied and introduces her to additional aspects of
<br />secretarial work, such as filing, the use of business
<br />machines, and processing mail. Ten-month secretarial
<br />students also receive a review of business math. Several
<br />weeks are also set aside for in -basket problems done in
<br />an office -type situation. The course is structured so that
<br />all previously learned skills are utilized as an integral part
<br />of the program.
<br />Secretarial Accounting
<br />Introduces beginning students to Accounting by
<br />emphasizing basic accounting principles. Course content
<br />includes debit and credit theory, the accounting cycle,
<br />posting and journalizing. Preparation of simple statements
<br />from working papers, and adjusting and closing entries are
<br />treated in considerable detail. This course is designed for
<br />non -accountant majors. Students will also learn touch
<br />system operation for ten -key calculators.
<br />Oral Communications
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<br />This course is specifically designed to develop the
<br />individual's skills on the telephone. Emphasis is placed I
<br />on proper telephone etiquette.
<br />Career Development
<br />This is a two -segment course designed to help
<br />students analyze themselves, their abilities, and their
<br />needs and through this process move more easily from
<br />student to employee. One segment includes units In
<br />personal success: communication, job selection,
<br />interviewing, money, and finally on "the job." The other
<br />segment, related to grooming and personal development,
<br />includes units on makeup, hair care, wardrobe, diet and
<br />exercise, and visual poise.
<br />The methods of presentation will include lectures by
<br />instructors from the placement office, guest speakers,
<br />both internal and external, and class discussion as well
<br />as assignment of outside research projects.
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