• 400 Megahertz (Pentium II or equivalent) or higher processor
• Internet Explorer 6.x or higher java-enabled Web browser with cookies enabled (no alternate browsers are acceptable)
• 128 Megabytes of RAM or higher
• sound card
• speakers
• video graphics card
• 15" or larger color graphics monitor capable of 1024 x 768 pixel resolution
• 24X or better CD drive
• unique e-mail address (not shared by anyone else)
• printer
• Windows 2000 or XP operating system
• current version of Windows-compatible word processing software such as Microsoft Word®
• 28.8 kbps or faster Internet connection

For some courses of study (i.e., Stenograph Online Speedbuilding), a cable modem, T1 or higher, or DSL service is recommended. Your Internet service should not time out, allow pop-up advertising while you are in your course site, or prevent the receipt of audio, video or streaming media.

You should also have technical support from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and computer service technician in place before beginning your online course of study. This support should include a toll free number you can call immediately should you experience difficulties in connection, reception or hardware/software operation.

Please note that some courses of study (i.e., steno theory, Stenograph Online Speedbuilding, Case CATalyst, etc.) require additional software and the computer you use to have SPECIFIC Windows Operating Systems (i.e., Windows 2000 or XP, but not Windows ME Windows NT, 98or 98SE) for access.

For complete information on technical requirements for various courses offered by participating schools, click here or on the "Technical Information" tab above.

How Do I Get More Information?

To get more information on realtime reporting training programs currently available online, click here or on the "Participating Schools" tab above and follow the links to the school or schools of your choice.

To find out more about professional products and training available online: click on the "Professional Products" tab above; call us at (800) 323-4247, extension 7880 (7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday;) or e-mail us at education@stenograph.com.

To find out more about the requirements, costs and benefits of becoming a participating school, e-mail us at education@stenograph.com.

To find out more about customized corporate or government training options, e-mail us at education@stenograph.com.

Testimonials

Case CATalyst Professional Skillbuilding Sequence
I just finished my online course yesterday. I chose the realtime commands category.

The biggest downer was the long downloads to get started (I'm still using an ol' 56K modem).

However, once past that, I found it VERY intuitive. The instructions were well-written and very easy to follow, and the interactive CATalyst screen is really an excellent way to learn.

Online courses like this are great for working reporters whose schedules can change at the drop of a hat, as mine did this week. But even with a busy work week, I was still able to easily complete the course.

Most importantly, I thought the content was excellent; it was to the point, without a lot of extra BS. I completed the course in a very reasonable amount of time and gained a much better understanding of some of CATalyst's realtime features. The course was well worth the time I invested even without the NCRA CE credit – although that's definitely a plus – and I definitely will be putting some new ideas to work right away.

I really do think Stenograph is onto something here. I know I'll be keeping a close watch on future course offerings, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to reporters in our firm and at the courthouse, especially those who never seem to be able to get away to a seminar.

John Schindhelm
Schindhelm & Associates
Milwaukee, WI

Stenograph University Online Speedbuilding
I want to let you know what a fantastic job of training Sandra Natale did last Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The other presenters (Jerry Chiappetta, Chris Cosgrove and Kathy Dittmeier) were terrific as well. I was sorry that I couldn't be in Chicago for the training but I was made to feel welcome from my computer in Toronto. The topper was when Anthony Jordan showed up on Monday morning with muffins and danish to make up for the continental breakfast I was missing with the rest of the group. I was absolutely floored – it just shows the attention and thoughtfulness Stenograph gives to its customers. And as if that wasn't enough, a Stenograph shirt arrived on the last day of training!

The work that Sandra, Jerry, the Three Owls, et. al. have done on Stenograph University is amazing and I look forward to working with it in my program.

Thanks to Stenograph for the continued support and caring for your customers.

Susan Sheehan, Coordinator
Court Reporting Program
George Brown College
Toronto, ON

The Caption Accelerator
Where has Caption Accelerator been for all of these years? I have successfully trained many, many court reporters to be broadcast captioners... but not one without a struggle. Let's face it; training with broadcast material at air pace is extremely difficult. Whether practicing with videotapes or live material, it can be a discouraging process. Caption Accelerator changes everything! It offers a unique and effective speedbuilding method with just the click of a mouse. You practice material that is up-to-date and covers a variety of topics such as news, sports, finance and entertainment, and it runs on your computer right along with your realtime. Training to be a broadcast captioner will never be the same...and it's about time.

Amy Bowlen, RDR-CRR
Manager of Realtime Captioners
VITAC Corporation
Pittsburgh, PA

Phoenix Theory Online
My students are awesome. They have such an amazing bond with each other. They support and encourage each other through everything: personal trials and tribulations as well as the challenges of being online students. They are remarkable! I feel so fortunate that I am teaching machine shorthand online.

Katie Vettickal, CRI
College of Court Reporting
Hobart, IN