THE STENOTYPE INSTITUTE
OF JACKSONVILLE, INC.
3563 PhilipHighway
501
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 398-4141
SCHOOL CATALOG
2015-2016
VOLUME 1
Table of Contents
Accreditation 47-48
Academic Calendars
Add/Drop Policy ........ 29
Additional Outside-of-Class Work.................................................................................... 24
Admissions 15-16
Anti-Hazing Appeal Process 26-27
Approvals Attendance Policy 16
Basic Machine Shorthand Program 34-46
Basic Machine Shorthand Curriculum – Day vening Division 940
Board of Directors Books, Supplies, and Equipment 17
Certification Statement 9
Conduct Policy Community Resources Compliance – Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free chool policy tatement 14-15
Course Descriptions – Basic Machine Shorthand Program 41-46
Directory Information 14
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Dress Code Equal Opportunity
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Extended Enrollment Status 27
Facilities ......................
Faculty......................
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Financial Aid 21-22
Financial Aid Credits 21
Grading Policy 24
Graduation Requirements 38
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History Hours of Operation
Internship 46
Leave of Absence 33
Legal Control Licensing(License #3148 Location....................................................................................................................... Table of Contents (continued)
Memberships
Mission
Objectives Online Student Evaluations for SAP 30
Online Student Verification Process 56
Payment Plans 9
Philosophy Placement Assistance 13
Probation-Academic 26
Program Revisions and Substitutions 13
Re-Establishing Satisfactory Progress 2728
Refund Policy 20
Return to Title !" Refund Policy ............................................ 22-23
Scholarships (see also Payment Plans # p. 19) 22
Staff ............
Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy 25-8
Standards of Academic Progress Program Conversion Charts 31-32
Standardsof Academic Progress Chart
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Student Right-To-Know .....
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Student Services 3
Transfer Students 16
Tuition and Fees ... 8
Units of Credit ....... 24
Withdrawal
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LICENSING
Licensed by:
License #3148, Jacksonville Campus
The Commission for IndependentEducation
Florida Department of Education
325 West Gaines St., Suite 1414
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
(850) 245-3200 (Toll Free) 888-224-6684
(Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained
by contacting the Commission at the address listed above.)
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the:
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
(ACICS) to award as the highest credential: Diploma
750 First Street NE, Suite 980
Washington, DC 20002-4241
(202) 336-6780
The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally
recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its
accreditation of degree-granting institutions recognized by the Council for
Higher Education Accreditation.
APPROVALS
Bureau of State Approving for Veterans’ Training
Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
P.O. Box 31003
St. Petersburg, Florida 33731
(888) 442-4551 http://www.fdva.org
http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
MEMBERSHIPS
Florida Association for Postsecondary Schools and Colleges (FAPSC)
150 South Monroe St.
Tallahassee, Florida 32301
(850) 577-3139
Florida Court Reporters Association (FCRA)
222 S. Westmonte Drive, Suite 101
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
National Court Reporters Association (NCRA)
8224 Old Courthouse Rd.
Vienna, VA 22182-3808
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
1101 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250
National Association of Student Financial Aid and Administrators (NASFAA)
1129 20th Street, NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036-3453
Florida Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (FASFAA)
6420 Southpoint Parkway
Jacksonville, Florida 32216
LEGAL CONTROL
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville is owned by the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Incorporated, and
is governed by its corporate officers:
Gloria J. Wiley - President
Robert Wiley II - Vice President
Travis L. Wiley - Treasurer
Jennifer Turner - Secretary
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., was incorporated under the laws of Florida as a private business school
on December 18, 1978. It has been active as a school since 1940. The address of the school’s governing body is
3563 Philips Hwy, Suite 501, Bldg E, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. (904) 398-4141, fax (904) 398-7878.
ADMINISTRATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Gloria J. Wiley
Vice President – Robert Wiley II
Treasurer – Travis L. Wiley
Secretary – Jennifer Turner
HOURS OF OPERATION
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8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Day Classes: Monday - Thursday
Night Classes: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday
LOCATION
3563 Philips Highway
Building E, Suite 501
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 398-4141 FAX - (904) 398-7878
The school is conveniently located in the Metro Square
, forty-five minutes from Amelia Island to the
north and St. Augustine to the south. The Metro Square is a professional office complex with a college
campus-style setting. Easy access from I-95 provides a more attractive location for the enrolled student and
expands the market area to include the vibrant downtown center of Jacksonville and to areas beyond.
FACILITIES
The Stenotype Institute occupies a building of 22,992 square feet, which was built out specifically to
accommodate the needs of a court reporting school. It includes:
x 14 general lecture rooms used for academic courses and speedbuilding
x Computer lab in which computer-aided transcription and realtime classes are taught
x Library with standard reference works and current periodicals
x Transcription lab
x Financial Aid Offices
x Administrative Offices
x Student Lounge
x Faculty Lounge
x Assembly Room
FACULTY
Camille Johnson
Diploma-Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Basic Machine Shorthand
CourtProcedures
Nancy Leonard
O.A -Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Co-Director of Education-Online
Basic Machine Shorthand
Academic-Computer Aided
Transcription,
LaTonya Campbell
Certificate of Completion-Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Basic Machine Shorthand
Melissa Meisterhans
Diploma-Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Co-Director of Education-Campus
Basic Machine Shorthand
Diane D. Perkins
AA, ASN-Florida Community College of Jacksonville
Diploma-Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Basic Machine Shorthand
Academic-Medical Terminology
Greg Smith, FRI
OA - Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Basic Machine Shorthand
Academics - Basic English
Lisa Weissmann
Diploma - Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville
Basic Machine Shorthand
STAFF
Gloria Wiley
President
Jennifer Turner
Executive Director
Cloman Turner
Director of Admissions
Darlene Tucholski
Academic and Financial Registrar
Valerie Lyons-Adams
Receptionist/Bookstore
Dorothy Krafft
B.A. in Business Administration
A.A in Human Resources
Ashford University/Forbes School of Business
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PHILOSOPHY
We believe that professional success depends on personal integrity, dedication to a strong work ethic, and a
solid, continuing education in today's fast-paced world of rapid technological and social change. Our philosophy
in turn leads to an attitude of pursuing a career characterized by purposeful and rewarding work. This attitude
embraces a commitment to the discipline to acquire the knowledge and skills that will enable the person to
master his or her profession, which in turn will lead to the personal satisfaction that one derives from a job well
done.
MISSION
The Mission of this institution is to offer the best education and training possible and to provide its graduates
with the knowledge and skills to excel as professionals in the multifaceted field of court reporting.
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OBJECTIVES
This background, coupled with our philosophy and mission, allows us to set and work toward the following goals:
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Continue to review educationally sound curricula based on standards set by ACICS, NCRA, USDE+ and FDE
that havean impact on students' ability to obtain requisite knowledge, skills, and training.
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Promote the growth of the academic staff by encouraging active participation in professional
associations and continuing education courses.
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Maintain good working relationships with leading-edge technology companies that provide the hardware
and softwarepivotal to success in today's school and court reporting environments.
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Periodically survey current and past students, as well as employers, in order to determine strengths and
significant areas for improvement at the Institute.
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Provide student services complementary to the school's mission: specifically, financial loans and grants to
qualified candidates; alternative training and career-track advice for those not completing their initially
intended curriculum; part-time employment with local court reporting firms.
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Maintain a physical facility that is conducive to effective work routines for the faculty and students and
aestheticallypleasing to the community.
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Provide modern, well-maintained equipment in appropriate numbers to meet the educational objectives of the
Institute.
Maintain frequent contacts with local court reporting professionals to stay abreast of local social and
political factorsaffecting the profession.
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Schedule at least annual meetings, seminars, or colloquial at the school that bring students together with
business andcivic leaders who have significant levels of involvement with the legal and court reporting
professions.
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Maintain secure comprehensive databases for maintaining student records and for effective, efficient
operation of thebusiness activities of the Institute.
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It is clear that today’s court reporters will need to be competent and comfortable in a realtime
reporting environment. The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., utilizes computers throughout the
curriculum. The computers run under the Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems. All of the computers
have the latest realtime software available from the leaders in computer-aided transcription technology.
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., provides classes in computer-aided transcription as part of the
curriculum.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
In addition to its own resources, The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., through informal agreement, has
access to the following libraries:
CAMPUS
Florida Coastal School of Law
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville University
Jones Business College
University of North Florida
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Since county, state, and federal courts are active within Jacksonville (the county seat of Duval County),
field trips are taken periodically to these facilities.
DRESS CODE
All members of the Institute community are asked to observe basic standards regarding appropriate dress. These
standards are based on principles of neatness, cleanliness, and tasteful modesty for an academic setting. The
appearance of our student body should project a positive image at all times. A Stenotype Institute student should
always be neat and presentable. His or her hairstyle should be kept neat and clean. Shorts and skirts may be worn,
providing the hemline is not excessively short. Jeans are acceptable as long as they are clean and in good condition.
Large, obtrusive hats are not permitted in the classrooms or similar areas. In general, any dress that is considered
inappropriate for an academic setting is also prohibited. Staff and faculty members may enforce this dress policy as
necessary.
When special events are scheduled, such as graduation ceremonies, career fairs, official visits by speakers, etc.,
more formal business dress is appropriate and recommended.
If a student is found in violation of this dress code policy, a verbal warning will be issued. Any additional violations
will warrant the student being sent home and unexcused absences given for the missed classes.
The purpose of this policy is to allow an environment conducive to learning, not to embarrass anyone’s style of
dress.
The following clothing styles must be avoided in the classrooms:
Halters/half shirts;
Low-cut necklines;
T-shirts with tears, holes, or offensive language/graphics;
Jeans/pants with tears or holes
In general, if a student is in doubt that the clothing would be appropriate for the academic setting, it should not
be worn.
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CONDUCT POLICY
Any behavior that is disruptive to the academic environment is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited
to, conduct and behavior that obstructs the use of the facilities as educational environments, hazing of any
student_s`, sexual harassment, and all other language and behavior that is deemed offensive by members of the
Institute community, behavior that jeopardizes the welfare and safety of students or staff members, and academic
cheating or plagiarism.
In general, any behavior that infringes on the rights of privacy, safety, personal enjoyment, or use of the Institute
as an academic institution is strictly prohibited.
Enforcement of this policy is the responsibility of staff and faculty members. The Institute reserves the right to take
disciplinary action compatible with the interest of the student body, staff, faculty, and Institute.
Any student who is found cheating, stealing, using illegal drugs or alcohol will be terminated from school.
ANTI-HAZING:
Any of the hazing activities described below are against school policy and can and will be grounds for disciplinary
action, including dismissal from the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc.
Any group or individual action or activity which recklessly or intentionally inflicts or intends to inflict physical or
mental harm or discomfort or which may demean, disgrace, or degrade any person, regardless of location, intent, or
consent of participant(s) will not be tolerated. Although hazing is related to a person’s initiation or admission into
or affiliation with any student group or organization, it is not necessary to have direct proof that a person’s initiation
or continued membership is contingent upon participation in the activity for a charge of hazing to be upheld. The
actions of either active or associate members of an organization may be considered hazing. For purposes of this
section, any activity as described herein upon which the initiation or admission into or affiliation with a school
organization is directly or indirectly conditioned shall be presumed to be a “forced” activity, the willingness of an
individual to participate in such activity notwithstanding. Hazing includes, but is not limited to:
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Interference with a students' academic performance.
Forced consumption or intake of any food, alcohol, drug or any other substance.
Brutality: any brutality of a physical nature such as whipping, beating, branding, exclusion from social
contact, forced calisthenics, exposure to the elements, or any activity which could adversely affect the
physical and/or mental health or dignity of the individual.
Deprivation of food or sleep.
Kidnapping.
Any activity that would subject the individual to embarrassment, humiliation, or potential harm.
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Violence Against Women Act “VAWA”
In 2014 the United States department of education issued final regulations for implementation
of the changes to the Clery Act. These changes were to afford additional rights to campus
victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
Definitions of:
1. Sexual Assault: An offense that meets the definition of rape, fondling, incest, or statutory
rape as used in the FBI’s UCR program.
2. Sexual Offenses: Any sexual act directed against another person, without the consent of the
victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent.
3. Domestic Violence: A felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed
 By a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim;
 By a person with whom the victim shares a child in common;
 By a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family
violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred;
 By any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that
person’s act under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the
crime of violence occurred.
4. Dating Violence: Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship
of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim.
 For the purposes of this definition, dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual
or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse.
5. Stalking: Engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a
reasonable person to
 Fear for the person’s safety or the safety of others; or
 Suffer substantial emotional distress.
For the purposes of this definition:
 Course of conduct means two or more acts, including, but not limited to, acts in which
the stalker directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device,
or means, follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about
a person, or interferes with a person’s property.
 Reasonable person means a reasonable person under similar circumstances and with
similar identities to the victim.
 Substantial emotional distress means significant mental suffering or anguish that may,
but does not necessarily, require medical or other professional treatment or counseling.
Any incident meeting these definitions is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act
reporting.
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville hereby notifies its students and employees that any
such behavior is strictly prohibited and it will not be tolerated. Any behavior that infringes on
the rights of privacy, safety, personal enjoyment or use of the Institute as an academic
institution is strictly prohibited.
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If an occurrence happens between two students, or employee of Stenotype Institute of
Jacksonville and a student, it should be brought to the attention of the Executive Director or
Compliance Officer immediately or as soon as possible. Then a prompt, fair, and impartial
disciplinary proceeding will be scheduled.
Conducted in a manner that:
 Is consistent with the institution’s policies and transparent to the accuser and accused;
 Includes timely notice of meetings at which the accuser or accused, or both may be
present; and
 Provides timely and equal access to the accuser, the accused, and appropriate officials
to any information that will be used during informal and formal disciplinary meetings
and hearings; and
 Conducted by officials who do not have a conflict of interest or bias for or against the
accuser or the accused.
The accuser and accused have equal opportunities to have others present, including an advisor
of their choice during such proceedings. Proceeding does not include communications and
meetings between officials and victims concerning accommodations or protective measures to
be provided to a victim.
Results from these proceedings;
 If the allegations of any violation of the “VAWA” act are substantiated then
disciplinary action will be taken to terminate the accused student enrollment or
termination of the accused employment at the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville.
If a student or employee has been a victim of any of these crimes, they may report them to the
Executive Director or Compliance Officer of The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville with
complete confidentiality. The victim will be given the right to file a formal complaint against
the violator with local authorities or decline to notify the authorities of the alleged violation. If
any student or employee has been a victim and feels that they may need counseling, The
Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville will provide information to local support centers in the area.
If the incident occurs away from the campus and a restraining order is in place, then the school
will need a copy of such order to be placed in the victim’s file so proper authorities can be
notified within the campus to ensure all measures are taken to protect the victim. The
responsibility of the Institute is to provide a safe academic environment for both student and
employees alike.
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville is obligated to report such crimes in our annual crime
report. The identity of the victim or the perpetrator will not be divulged, only the facts of when
and where it took place will be in any of these mandatory reports. These reports are merely for
the reporting of crime statistics and safety of our school community.
There is help…you can talk with someone who will listen, who will understand.
You don’t need to hide your feelings or pretend they are not there.
You are not alone.
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For more information, contact your local rape crisis center:
The Women’s Center of Jacksonville
5644 Colcord Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32211
Office: 904-722-3000
Fax: 904-722-3100
Hotline: 904-721-7273
Website: www.womenscenterofjax.org
Services: 24-hour hotline, information and referral, crisis intervention, advocacy and accompaniment:
general, medical and legal, therapy: individual, group and secondary victims, prevention education and
training, medical referrals and follow-up and victim/survivor follow-up, therapy, Rape Risk Reduction
Program, Stop Violence Against Elders Program, community outreach to underserved populations and
the agencies that serve them, especially LGBT, males and elders.
Service Fee: Free
Services to: Adults, Adolescents, Elders and Persons with Disabilities
Counties Served: Baker, Duval and Nassau
Or:
Florida Council Against Sexual Violence
1820 E. Park Ave.
Suite 100
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Information Line: 1-888-956-RAPE
Office: (850) 297-2000
Email: information@fcasv.org
www.fcasv.org
THERE ARE PAMPHLETS AVAILABLE FOR “VICTIMS OF RAPE” AND BYSTANDERS “HOW TO
HELP A VICTIM” LOCATED NEXT TO THE STUDENT-RIGHT-TO-KNOW BOARD.
A copy of this document will be included in the enrollment packet paperwork for new students. This
document is available, upon request, from the Compliance Officer of the Stenotype Institute of
Jacksonville.
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E<UAL OPPORTUNITY
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., complies with Florida state statutes on Veterans' Preference and federal
statutes on non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, disability,
sex, or age.
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW
To comply with the Student Right-To-Know Act of 1990 (Title 1 of Public Law 101-542), information
on placement, graduation, and withdrawal rates is available from the Registrar’s office upon request.
STUDENT SERVICES
HOUSING
While The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., does not have student housing, there are many apartment
complexes, condominiums, and rental homes within a five-mile radius of the school.
PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
There is no additional cost to any student, graduate, or alumnus/alumna for placement assistance. The Stenotype
Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., maintains a file and bulletin board on prospective employers and job openings. The
school is in frequent contact with court reporting firms, not only in Florida, but nationwide as well. The
Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., does not guarantee employment to any currently enrolled student or
graduate. The statement of placement assistance does not imply the guarantee of employment.
COUNSELING
The staff and faculty of the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville are committed to each student's successful
completion of the program and avail themselves to serve as advisors as student needs require in all curricular areas.
PROGRAM REVISIONS AND COURSE SUBSTITUTIONS
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., reserves the right to change its curricula, course content,
subject matter, tuition, fees, academic policy, administrative policies and other aspects of the institution. In
all cases, appropriate notice will be given to concerned parties and regulatory agencies.
Curriculum revisions and other academic changes are an ongoing process. Revisions are always made for the
benefit of the student to ensure that the student receives the most current information and material available.
Course substitutions and adjustments in curriculum requirements will be made at the discretion of the Institute in
consultation with the student and upon the approval of the Administration.
Adjustments to the requirements of published curricula may be made at the discretion of the Institute for individual
students as long as the intent and overall content of the program of study are not significantly altered.
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DIRECTORY INFORMATION
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., designates the following items as "Directory Information": student
name, address, telephone number, and field of study. The Institute may disclose any of those items without prior
written authorization, unless notified in writing to the contrary by the second week of the student's first semester.
The safeguarding of student financial and academic records is in compliance with the requirements of the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), the Department of Education Regulations contained in
34CFR Part 99 dated April 11, 1988, and the General Education Provisions Act, Title IC, Public Law 90-247 (or
amended).
GRIEVANCE POLICY
If a student, employee, or any other interested party has a complaint, it should be addressed to the Executive
Director.
1. A complaint should be filed in writing, contain the name and address of the person filing it, and briefly
describe the alleged violation.
2. A complaint should be filed within one (1) week after the complainant becomes aware of the alleged
violation.
3. Within five days after receipt of the complaint, the Executive Director will investigate the alleged
violation. The investigation may include, but is not limited to, an interview with the complainant
and other named parties.
4. Within ten days of the written complaint, the Executive Director will render a decision to dismiss the
charges or to impose an administrative reprimand.
5. If the student is dissatisfied with the decision of the Executive Director, the student may submit a written
grievance to any of the following:
Commission for Independent Education
325 West Gaines St., Suite 1414
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
(850) 245-3200
(Toll Free) (888) 224-6684
Accrediting Council for Independent
Colleges and Schools
750 First Street, NE, Suite 980
Washington, DC 20002-4241
(202) 336-6780
National Court Reporters
Association
8224 Old Courthouse Rd.
Vienna, VA 22182-3808
(Toll Free) (800) 272-6272
www.NCRA.org
A copy of the written grievance to any of these offices is to be submitted to the school's Executive Director.
THIS INSTITUTION HAS A POLICY OF MAINTAINING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
All students and employees are hereby notified that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or
use of illicit drugs and alcohol is prohibited in the institution’s learning environment. Any student or employee must
notify the institution of any criminal drug and alcohol statute conviction for a violation occurring in the learning
environment no later than five (5) days after such conviction. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of
1988, the institution’s “workplace” consists of the following locations:
Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville 3563 Philips Hwy, Building E, Suite 501, Jacksonville, Florida 32207, or any
teaching site, or any “off site” location (i.e. field trips, job placement, luncheons, meetings, etc.) where the activities
are in any way related to the institution.
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Students are required to review and abide by the provisions set forth in the Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free
School outlined in the orientation paperwork and on the “Student-Right-to-Know Board”. Topics include:
x Guidelines;
x Health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol;
x Legal sanctions under Federal, State, and Local law enforcement for the unlawful possession or distribution of
illicit drugs and alcohol.
NON-COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THIS INSTITUTION’S DRUG-FREE
WORKPLACE STATEMENT
Non-compliance will result in the following actions being taken by this institution:
1. The student or employee determined to have violated this policy would be required to actively participate in a
drug or alcohol abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved by federal, state or local health, law
enforcement or other appropriate agencies. See “Student’s-Right-to-Know Board” or student’s orientation
packet which contains schedule C, a description of the applicable legal sanctions under Local, State, and
Federal law for unlawful possessions, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol.
2. The student or employee will be required to complete community service with one of the above stated
agencies.
3. Termination of student enrollment or termination of employment at the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville.
ADMISSIONS
REQUIREMENTS
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., will admit as students only those applicants having a high school
diploma or a GED Certificate. All applicants admitted as regular students must affirm that they are high
school graduates or have obtained a GED Certificate prior to enrollment. Proof may be requested.
Previous training in business subjects is not necessary for entrance to the school, but some prior experience
with typing or word processing is strongly recommended.
Although success at the Institute includes mastering practical skills and academic knowledge, it also involves
demonstrating such qualities as commitment, perseverance, integrity, dependability, a positive attitude, and a
sense of professional responsibility.
Prior to enrollment, all applicants must meet with an admissions representative, tour the facility, and
inspect the equipment used by the Institute during their training.
ONLINE STUDENTS – IDENTITY VERIFICAT!ON PROCESS
Online speed students will be using Stenotype Moodle program and also our academic courses. Online students
will be issued a User ID and a Password specific to them, and it will remain their password for as long as they are a
student. For privacy and security purposes, these User IDs and Passwords are not to be shared with anybody.
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Students’ identity and attendance in the virtual classroom will be verified through the use of User IDs and
Passwords, voice recognition, and machine writing during class. For attendance verification we will monitor by:
Electronic submission of tests or transcripts to individual teacher's drop box or student's response to forum posts,
that are required activities in the classroom.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Students who have studied court reporting at another institution(s) should send an official transcript for each
school attended and request evaluation by the Stenotype Institute's Director of Education. In general, credits for the
following academic subjects may be transferred from another accredited school:
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TRANSFER STUDENTS FROM THE STENOTYPE INSTITUTE
The philosophy, purpose, and objective of The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., are to prepare students for
successful careers. The objective of the institution is not to prepare students for transfer to other institutions.
Therefore, the curricula, courses, policies, and procedures of the Institute have been developed to provide the
most efficient and effective preparation for business life and career positions. Students wishing to transfer to
other institutions should be cautioned that those institutions have individual policies regarding acceptance of prior
collegiate work and may not recognize collegiate work at The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., as
transferable. It should also be noted that in any transfer situation, regardless of the institutions involved, the
acceptance of prior work is at the discretion of the accepting institution.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
Regular attendance is essential to provide the maximum opportunity for success in training to become a
successful professional Court Reporter. Accordingly, the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., strongly
encourages students to attend class every day. For Online students the Last Date of Attendance will be
determined by classroom activities: Electronic submission of tests or transcripts to an individual teacher's
drop box or online student's response to forum posts, that are required activities in the classroom. If a
teacher notices no activity by a student within a 14 day period they will notify the Registrar. The Registrar
will try to contact the student by phone and/or email. If there is no response from the student by the 21st
day after the determined last date of attendance, they will be dropped from the program for non attendance.
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For students receiving Veteran's Benefits
Early departures, and tardiness, etc., for any portion of a class period will be counted as a prorated absence.
Students exceeding 20% total absenses of scheduled hours in a calendar month will be terminated from
their VA benefits for unsatisfactory attendance.
In order to show that the cause of unsatisfactory attendance has been removed, students must show good
attendance (as defined) for one calendar month after being terminated for unsatisfactory attendance. After
such time, the student may be recertified for VA education benefits.
The student's attendance record will be retained in the veterans' file for VA and audit purposes.
Though The Stenotype Institute does not require faculty to take attendance, every instructor is authorized
to determine the acceptable number of absences for his/her particular classes.
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., reserves the right to use individual faculty member‚s
attendance records in determining a student’s date of withdrawal.
CAMPUS FEES BOOKS, SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
Shorthand machines and accessories are available for rent at the Institute oncampus students only.
Textbooks and study guides are acquired by the school in sufficient numbers to meet the needs of the students.
The cost of these is not included in the tuition charges and is subject to change without notice.
Books and supplies are estimated at $1,500 - $2,500 (estimating one year of machine rental) for the
entire program and may be purchased as needed for on-campus students only. Online students will be
required to purchase a machine at time of enrollment.
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Sound Card and Speakers;
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TUITION AND FEES
Basic Machine Shorthand
Basic Machine Shorthand
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Tuition - $16,000 per year
Three-?ear nrollment --$48,000
Registration Fee -- $100
Campus Lab Fees -- $200 per year
Online Lab Fees --$600 per year
Tuition -- $12,000 per year
Four-?ear nrollment -- $48,000
Registration Fee -- $100
Campus Lab Fees --$200 per year
Online Lab Fees -- $600 per year
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PAYMENT PLANS
Students may arrange a payment plan:
By the semester:
Pay in full annually:
Nights * $4,000
Nights $12,000
Days * $5,333
Days $16,000
1. Pay with federal financial aid (if qualified).
2. Pay with federal financial aid (if qualified) plus monthly payments, if qualified financial aid does not cover
100% of the tuition/books/supplies/machine.
3. Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., is approved for the training of Veterans and accepts payments directly
from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or monthly payments from VA students as they are paid the
benefits from the VA.
4. Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., is approved for Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
%. Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., also accepts any scholarships the student may be eligible for from
outside sources.
Q. Employee reimbursement arrangements are accepted for partial or in-full payments if the
student’s employer makes this part of their employee package.
*Payments by the semester do not meet the Refund Policy guidelines. Therefore, the withdrawal calculation will
be followed in accordance with the refund policy stated on page 20 of this catalog.
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REFUND POLICY
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Any student who withdraws or is terminated will be charged a $100 administrative/withdrawal fee.
Any unused portion of fees and other institutional charges will be refunded.
1. Refunds for classes cancelled by the Institution: If tuition and fees are collected in advance of start date
of a program and this institution cancels the class, 100% of the tuition and fees collected will be
refunded. The refund will be made within thirty (30) days of the planned start date.
2. Refunds for students who do not commence class: If tuition and fees are collected in advance of start
date and student does not begin classes, the school may retain no more than $100 of tuition and fees
collected. Appropriate refunds for a student who does not begin classes will be made within thirty (30)
days of the class start date.
3. Refunds for students enrolled prior to visiting the institution: Students who have not visited
the schoolfacility prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within
three (3) daysfollowing either attendance at a regularly scheduled orientation or following a tour of
the facilities andinspection of the equipment.
4. Refunds for Withdrawal after class commences:
a. During the first 21% of the period of financial obligation, the institution will refund based on a
formula of prorating based upon the length of time the student remains enrolled;
b. During the first 30% (22%-30%) of the period of financial obligation, the institution will refund
at least 50% of tuition;
c. During the first 40% (31%-40%), but prior to the halfway point of financial obligation, the
institution shall refund at least 20% of tuition;
d. After the first 40% (41%-49%), but prior to the halfway point of financial obligation, the
institution shall refund at least 20% of tuition;
e. In cases of withdrawal at or after the 50% period of financial obligation, the institution may
retain the entire tuition.
5. The student who re-enters the Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., after the above refund percentage
has been applied will receive a tuition credit for any weeks that were charged to them that they did not
attend.
6. The student will not be required to purchase instructional supplies, books, and tools until such time as
these materials are required. Once these materials are purchased, no refund will be made.
7. A full refund will be made to any student:
a. Who is not accepted by the school;
b. Whose enrollment was procured as a result of any misrepresentation in advertising, promotional
materials of the school or misrepresentations by the owner or representatives of the school.
Should the Institute at any time financially obligate students for any period of time beyond twelve (12) months,
the student shall be released of the obligation to pay beyond the twelve (12) months if the student withdraws
during the first twelve (12) months. The calculation of the refund for the unused portion of the first twelve (12)
months shall be based on the policy above.
In the case of a student's prolonged illness, accident, or death in the family of the student, the school will make
a settlement which is fair and reasonable to both parties.
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FINANCIAL AID
Title IV Assistance
The institution, through the office of Financial Aid, provides assistance to qualified students by the
administration of Title IV Federal Student Aid Funds. The institution participates only in the Federal Pell,
Stafford (subsidized and unsubsidized), and Federal PLUS programs and does NOT participate in any
form of campus-based aid such as work-study, SEOG, or Perkins Loans.
The Federal Pell Grant and Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan (formerly Guaranteed Student Loan) are
need-based programs. A student's resources are evaluated on the appropriate needs-analysis system. If
the resources are less than the allowed budget as specified in the federal regulations, that need may be
met by Federal Pell Grant and/or Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan funds. If a student's resources are
greater thatn the allowed budget, or if the student's personal situation does not meet certain criteria also
specified in the federal regulations, the student will be ineligible for need-based financial aid.
A non-need dependent student's parents may apply for a Federal Plus Loan. If the parent of the
dependent student does not qualify for the Federal Plus Loan, then the student may apply for the
Federal Unsubsidized loan within the maximum Unsubsidized loan limits of the student's enrollment
status. A non-need independent student may apply for a Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan.
Both the need and non-need students must submit the following:
1. The application for Federal Student Aid;
2. Completed base-year Income Tax Forms (1040, 1040A, 1040EZ/Telefile);
3. Appropriate additional documentation required to establish eligibility;
4. The appropriate loan application, if appliying for the Student Loan/Plus Loan;
5. Official withdrawal documents from any prior school attended in the current award year.
Financial aid applications and required supporting documentation should be submitted as soon as
possible in advance of starting Classes to allow adequate time for processing. Students who have not
submitted all required material within thirty (30) days after the start of the class may be terminated at
the discretion of the Executive Director of the school.
Students who are chosen for verification by the U.S. Department of Education are notified by the
Financial Aid Officer in the final interview session. Students who do not produce the requested
verification documentation within thirty (30) days may be placed on cash payments until all
verification is completed.
The following criteria is used for the purpose of determining the maximum student loan funds available:
Student
*Financial Aid Credit Hours
Subsidized
1st year student
0 to 24 semester credit hours
25 to 48 semester credit hours
49 + semester credit hours
$3500
2nd
year student
3rd
year student
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$4500
$5500
Unsubsidized
$6000
$6000
$7000
* Formula: For students who were enrolled prior to 7/1/2011 it is
Total contact hours completed divided by 30= Financial Aid Credit Hours
* Formula: For students who enrolled after 7/1/2011 it is
Total contact hours completed divided by 37.5= Financial Aid Credit Hours
SCHOLARSHIPS, INSTITUTIONAL LOANS AND GRANTS
The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., does offer scholarships based on the amount of donations
that are received within the calendar year. These scholarhips are available to 2nd year and beyond
students. The following criteria will be considered: minimum GPA, academic standing,
professionalism, and attendance. Funds are limited for these scholarships. For more information and/or
application, contact the Executive Director.
RETURN TO TITLE IV REFUND CALCULATION
When a recipient of Title IV grant or loan assistance withdraws from an instituion during a payment
period in which the recipient began attendance, the institution must determine the amount of Federal
Student Aid that the student earned as of the student's withdrawal date. Once a student has withdrawn
or was terminated from the Institute, a refund calculation will be performed to establish the amount of
Title IV assistance earned by the student.
The student should provide notification in writing to the institution of his or her intent to withdraw. The
notification must be directed to the Registrar or the Director of Education.
Any student who ceases attendance at The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc., without notice to the
school that he/she will not be returning will be withdrawn under the "Institutions Not Required to Take
Attendance" regulations. These rules state: "The midpoint of the payment period or later date
documented will be used by the institution to calculate the percentage of Title IV Aid Earned by the
student."
1.
The amount of Title IV grant or loan assistance that is earned by the student is calculated by
taking the number of calendar days completed by the student (or the midpoint of the payment
period) as the student's withdrawal date and dividing that by the possible calendar days in the
payment period.
2.
The total number of calendar days in a payment period includes all days within the period.
The exception to this is scheduled breaks of at least five consecutive days are excluded from
the total number of calendar days in a payment period and the number of calendar days
completed in that payment period.
3.
If a student has earned sixty percent (60%) or higher, they are entitled to the entire amount
disbursed or could have been disbursed for the payment period. If a student withdraws from
the Institute without notice, then the midpoint of the payment period or later date documented
will be used by the Institute under the "Institutions Not Required to Take Attendance"
regulations.
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4.
The amount of Pell, Direct Loan and Plus loans (if applicable) that are disbursed or could
have been disbursed in a payment period are added together and the earned percent is applied,
and that is the amount of disbursement that the student is allowed to keep, and any unearned
Title IV has to be returned.
5.
If the student has not earned 100% of the disbursement for the payment period, the school will
go to the second part of the calculation. This amount is equal to the total institutional charges
incurred by the student for the payment period multiplied by the percetage of Title IV grant or
loan assistance that has not been earned by the student; i.e., tuition, fees, room and board, and
other educationally-related expenses assessed by the institution. These are considered
institutional charges.
6.
After these calculations are completed, then the lesser amount of Box I or Box N of the
institution's calculation form is returned to the following sources, in order, up to the total net
amount disbursed for each source:
a. Unsubsidized FDLP
b. Subsidized FDLP
c. Plus FDLP
d. Pell Grant
All refunds must be made no later than 45 days from the date the institution determined the
student withdrew.
7.
If the total amount of Title IV grant or loan assistance, or a combination of, that the student
earned as calculated is greater than the total amount of Title IV grant or loan assistance, or
combination of, that was disbursed to the student or on behalf of the student in the case of a
PLUS loan, as of the date of the institution's determination that the student withdrew, the
difference between these amounts must be treated as a post-withdrawal disbursement.
8.
A post-withdrawal disbursement must be made from available grant funds before available
loan funds.
9.
If outstanding charges exist on the student's account, the institution may credit the student's
account up to the amount of outstanding charges with all or a portion of any Grant funds that
make up the post-withdrawal disbursement and Loan funds that make up the post-withdrawal
disbursement only after obtaining confirmation from the student or parent, in the case of a
parent PLUS loan, that they still wish to have the loan funds disbursed.
10.
The institution must disburse directly to a student any amount of a post-withdrawal
disbursement of grant funds that is not credited to the student's account. The institution must
make the disbursement as soon as possible but no later than 45 days after the date of the
institution's determination that the student withdrew.
11.
The institution must provide within 30 days of the date of the institution's determination that
the student withdrew a written notification to the student, or parent in the case of parent PLUS
loan, that requests confirmation of any post-withdrawal disbursement of loan funds that the
institution wishes to credit to the student's account. Identifying the type and amount of those
loan funds and explaining that the student, or parent in the case of a parent PLUS loan, may
accept or decline some or all of those funds.
12.
If the student, or parent in the case of a parent PLUS loan, does not respond to the institution's
notice, no portion of the post-withdrawal disbursement of loan funds that the institution wishes
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to credit to the student's account, nor any portion of loan funds that would be disbursed directly to
the student, or parent in the case of a parent PLUS loan, may be disbursed.
GRADING POLICY
Class Hours and Units of Credit
All courses are assigned semester-hour units of credit. Each unit of credit corresponds to either 15
clock hours of classroom lecture, 30 hours of lab, or 45 hours of internship. A class hour is an
instructional period of 50 consecutive minutes. Full-time students take a minimum of 12 units each
semester.
GRADING SCALE
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SUPERIOR
4 GRADE POINTS/UNIT
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ABOVE AVERAGE
3 GRADE POINTS/UNIT
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BELOW AVERAGE
1 GRADE POINT/UNIT
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FAIL-NO CREDIT
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0 GRADE POINTS/UNIT
WITHDRAWAL-NO CREDIT
NO EFFECT ON GPA
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TRANSFER CREDIT/S
NO EFFECT ON GPA
F/R
FAILED/REPEATED
0 GRADE POINTS/UNIT
GRADE POINT AVERAGE
Successful completion of all classes results in the awarding of a letter grade and units earned,
which are used in the computation of the grade point average. The grade point average is
computed by dividing the total grade points earned by the total units attempted. An overall 2.0
grade point average is required for graduation.
ADDITIONAL OUTSIDE-OF-CLASS WORK -(AOOCW)
For Financial Aid Funding our night program requires additional outside-of-classwork.
AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study
will consist of weekly assignments and practice tests to be evaluated by instructor and will
calculated at a maximum of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
MAKE-UP TESTS
Students missing a test at the time that it is administered or missing an assignment when it is
due must receive the approval of the instructor in order to make up the test or assignments. If
approval is granted, the test or assignment must be made up within ten(10) school days or
within a reasonable period of time as determined by the instructor. Otherwise, an automatic
zero will be assigned. Make-up tests and assignments are subject to a reduction in the grade.
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TRANSCRIPTS
The official progress record of a student is maintained by the Institute. All qualified students may receive
one official transcript of their records without charge. For each additional transcript, submit a $15
payment for each transcript request. Requests for transcripts must be made in writing to the Registrar.
STUDENT RECORDS
Students will be provided with a written progress report within 15 days of the end of each semester. A copy
of the progress report will be placed in the student’s permanent file located in the main office at The
Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc. Records are maintained by the school and furnished to the student at
the end of each semester and at any time upon request of the student.
STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
To be considered as making satisfactory progress, a student must maintain specific grade averages,
good attendance, and proceed through his/her course of study in a specified period.
A student’s performance in each course in which he/she is enrolled will be considered in the evaluation of the
student’s progress. A student must meet the minimum standards of academic and machine skill achievement, and
only students who are making satisfactory progress are eligible for financial aid.
In order to ensure that the student is progressing satisfactorily toward the goal of completing the program, the
Institute reviews his/her progress at the end of every semester. For the purpose of measuring progress, a
semester is a 16-week period for both day and evening division students.
A copy of the Standards of Progress report for each student will accompany his/her semester report card. This
is to ensure that each student is aware of his/her academic progress each semester.
APPLICATION OF STANDARDS
Standards of satisfactory progress apply to all students. This requirement includes all students on financial
aid, grants, veteran’s assistance and/or those with no financial assistance.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR STANDARDS OF SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
There are two measurements of satisfactory progress:
1. Minimum number of earned credits. This is calculated by dividing the cumulative number of hours the
student has successfully completed by the cumulative number of hours the student has attempted.
a. Students must complete fifty percent (50%) of credits necessary f
point of their maximum allowable time frame.
b. If this is not accomplished the student will be considered out of progress and will lose financial
assistance at that time. A student may continue his/her education under extended enrollment status as a cash
pay student until satisfactory progress is regained.
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2. Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA).
a. For the first four (4) semesters of the program, students must maintain at least a 1.25 cumulative GPA.
For the fifth (5) semester, students must have a 1.5 cumulative GPA. By the end of their second year,
the sixth (6) semester, students must have a “C” average or 2.0 cumulative GPA to receive Title IV
grant or loan assistance.
b. Students are required to complete a minimum amount of credits per semester to achieve satisfactory
progress. The number of credits needed depends on what program the student is enrolled in. See charts
on pages 36, 37 for individual program measurements.
c. In order for students to graduate, a specific CGPA determined for each semester must be achieved, and
all required graduation units must be satisfactorily completed prior to having attempted not more than
150 percent.
d. Students receiving VA educational benefits must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average
(CGPA) of 2.0 each semester
ACADEMIC PROBATION
Students failing to meet minimum academic achievement and successful course completion standards at the end
of each semester will be placed on academic warning status. This action is an official warning and
acknowledgement students’current achievement and advising them where they must be by a certain
date in order to remain regular students progressing toward graduation in the maximum time frame.
Students failing to meet minimum academic achievement and successful course completion standards at the
end of the secutive semester will be placed on academic probation status. If minimum standards
are not achieved by the end of the second probationary period the student may remain in school under second
probationary status, paying the stated tuition for one additional semester (a third consecutive semester).
If the student has not regained satisfactory status by the end of the third consecutive semester, they will be
placed on Extended Enrollment Status. While a student is on probation, the institution may require the student
to fulfill specific terms and conditions such as an academic plan for improvement. During the academic
probation period, the student may lose financial aid funding. VA educational benefits will be terminated for
veteran students, and all students may continue in the program on a cash pay basis at their tuition rate for an
additional semester striving to meet or exceed the minimum standards. As soon as minimum standards are
achieved, the student will become eligible for financial aid funding and VA benefits.
The student will receive a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all required graduating units with
a minimum of 2.0 CGPA if one and one-half (11/2) time is exceeded while in
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APPEAL PROCESS
&tudent who been placed in an academic probationary status may appeal to the Executive Director to
continue his/her studies as regular student if their failure to progress is due to mitigating circumstances. In
order to be established, the appeal must be in writing and have proper documentation. To assure timeliness, the
appeal must be filed no later than 15 days after the student has been notified. The Institute will respond to the
student appeals within 30 days.
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The Executive Director may waive the standards of satisfactory academic progress for circumstances
of poor health, family crisis, or other significant occurrence outside the control of the student. These
circumstances must be documented by the student to demonstrate an adverse impact on the student’s
performance. No waivers will be provided for graduation requirements.
If the appeal is accepted by the Executive Director, the student will not be penalized by discontinuing
their financial aid. The student may retain the financial aid for one (1) semester. If Standards of
Progress not achieved within those 16 weeks the student will lose financial aid until ' time 'Standards of Progress#
If the student has reached fifty percent (50%) of the maximum attempted units and has not achieved
satisfactory progress status, the student may continue in Extended Enrollment Status.
PROGRAM MIDPOINT
At 50 percent of the maximum attempted units, a student who is failing to meet the minimum
completion rate of 50 percent and a CGPA of 2.0 may continue in the program in Extended
Enrollment Status; however, while the student is in the Extended Enrollment Status, he/she is not
eligible for financial assistance.
The student will be responsible for making tuition payments to the Institute. A student who
completes the program in Extended Enrollment Status will receive a Certificate of Completion
rather than the original academic credential. The student will need to sign a statement outlining the
Extended Enrollment Status specifics and conditions.
EXTENDED ENROLLMENT STATUS
Extended Enrollment Status (EES) is a written agreement stating all provisions, including
attendance and academic regulations.
The students are not dismissed /withdrawn from school but placed in Extended Enrollment
Status until satisfactory progress requirements are met OR a maximum time of six (6)
consecutive semesters is attended with no improvement in the Extended Enrollment Status.
During EES the students must seek to correct academic deficiencies by taking remedial courses,
re-taking courses they have failed, and/or practicing previously learned skills in order to reestablish satisfactory progress.No ederal financial aid is available for EES. The student must
make regular on-time payments to the Institute to cover all tuition, fees, books and supplies.
POLICY FOR RE-ESTABLISHING SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
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Students must successfully retake course(s) previously failed. Students being reinstated
will have their CGPA and MCUA recalculated to reflect successful completion of courses
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they have retaken during the period of academic probation status.
The Director of Education will evaluate the student to determine personal desire and ability
to progress satisfactorily in the Basic Machine Shorthand program.
Each evaluation period is one semester (16 weeks) in length.
If the student successfully completes previously failed course(s) and/or upgrades skills, the
student will have successfully re-established satisfactory progress and will be removed from
academic probation status.
The student will regain eligibility for the financial aid programs when he/she is again meeting
satisfactory progress standards. A student may be paid Pell Grant funds for the payment period
in which he/she regains satisfactory progress. For Stafford and Plus loans, a student who regains
eligibility during a payment period is eligible for the entire payment period.
REPEATING A COURSE
A student is required to repeat any course in which he/she has received a grade of “F” or has
withdrawn from prior to completion. The new grade will replace the original grade for the
purposes of the calculation of the cumulative grade point average. However, both courses will be
considered credit hours attempted for the purpose of determining successful course completion
percentages.
TRANSFER CREDIT
The Institute usually grants full credit for completion of equivalent courses, with an earned grade of
“C” or better, taken at other recognized or accredited colleges or post-secondary schools upon
receipt of the official transcript. The Co-Directors of Education at the Stenotype Institute will
determine the equivalency of all courses, and the Institute reserves the right to accept or reject any
or all credits earned at another institution. There is no limit to the number of credits which can be
transferred to the Institute; however, a minimum of twenty-five percent of graduation credits must
be completed in residence to enable the student to receive a Diploma in Basic Machine Shorthand.
The transfer credits from another school will not be counted as earned or attempted credits for the
Standards of Progress. The maximum time frame for completion of the program will be affected
proportionally by the number of credits accepted by the Institute. Transfer credits from the
Stenotype Institute will be at the discretion of the receiving institution.
Veteran's Credit for Previous Education or Training
Students must report all education and training. The school must evaluate and grant credit, if
appropriate, with the training time shortened, the tuition reduced proportionately, and the
VA and student notified.
PROGRAM
A student wishing to from ays to ights, ights to ays, nline to
'ampus'
may do so by letting the registrar know, and adjustments will be
made to the tuition rate according to the weeks in present packaged year. Also the
+ will be adjusted according to the conversion chart from ays to ights and
ights to ays.
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ADD/DROP POLICY
Students may request in writing to add or drop a class during the first two weeks of the
semester without penalty to Standards of Progress.
WITHDRAWALS
A student who wishes to change his/her schedule by dropping a course may do so only within
the first (1st) two (2) weeks of the semester and receive a grade of "W". A grade of "W" has
no consequences on CGPA or successful course completion. Students who withdraw from a
course after beginning the third (3rd) week will be assigned the grade of "I" for incomplete.
For academics if the grade of "I" is not replaced with a passing grade, the "I" will be
calculated into the CGPA as a "0" and will be considered credits attempted and will affect the
successful course completion percentage. This policy is in effect if the student has or has not
incurred a financial obligation for the semester.
INCOMPLETES
A grade of incomplete (I) will be given in academic, Theory I, and Theory II classes attempted
which are not completed and for which a withdrawal was not granted. The students will have
two weeks after the semester end to complete the course or receive an "F", which will then be
factored into attempted credits for the semester and the grade point average.
FAILED/REPEATED
If a student does not meet all the requirements to pass a speedbuilding or Theory III course,
a grade of failed/repeated (F/R) is given. This grade of "F/R" is included in the calculation
of the CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) and will count as credit hours attempted
for the purposes of calculating the successful course completion percentage. The student
will continue to repeat the course until successfully completed or until the student becomes
unsatisfactory in standards of progress in MCUA (Minimum Cumulative Units Attempted).
At the point of unsatisfactory progress, the student will be placed on appropriate
probationary status.
REPLACING GRADES
A grade of "D" received in a class may be replaced by repeating the class and earning a grade
of "C" or higher. A grade of "F" received in a class must be replaced by repeating the class
with a grade of "D" or higher. The repeated course will be factored into the attempted credits
for the semester and into the CGPA. (VA students are excluded from replacing grades)
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
Challenge examinations are available for most courses. A student will be given the letter
grade earned through challenging courses at the Institute. Students may be charged the fulltime tuition for challenged courses but will be allowed to substitute other courses of
equivalent length and credit. Courses completed through challenge examinations will count
for the number of units required. If a student challenges a course after having completed
more than one-half of the course, it will be considered as a unit attempted.
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AFFIRMATION STATEMENT
Veterans' benefits recipients who earn credit by examination will have their programs and tuition
reduced proportionately. Substitute coursework is not an option for either the school or the
student. Credit by examination for the veteran students is guided by the same principles and
requirements that apply to the granting of credit for previous training.
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Online students may be required to attend onsite classes for evaluation purposes unless alternative
arrangements are made with the instructor. In order to monitor and to assure that standards of progress
are maintained, students may be required to take evaluations on campus or under the supervision of a
certified reporter (or Stenotypeapproved proctor) at 25 percent, 50 percent and 75 percent levels of
their maximum time frame. Students may be required to take all exit speed dictation tests on campus. If
it is not possible for the student to come to <he Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, special arrangements
can be made for a licensed court reporter or Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville approved proctor to
monitor the dictation tests. The Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville informs all mentors and proctors of
specific procedures that must be followed.
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In addition to the above, the court reporting curriculum also includes 4hours of internship.
Machine Shorthand Theory 100-103, Day Division:
100-103, Night Division:
This segment of the curriculum applies the principles of theory and brings the student to a dictation speed
of 60 wpm. Academic subjects during this phase of the student’s training.
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding _80-140, Day Division:
80-140, Night Division:
This segment of the curriculum develops vocabulary and brings the student to a speed of 140 words
per minute. Additional academic courses and classes in computer-aided transcription are also completed.
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 160-225, Day Division:
160-225, Night Division:
This segment brings the student from a speed of 160 wpm on the stenotype machine to 225 wpm, which is
the graduation requirement. Realistic training is given by having students sit in on court proceedings and ''
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Description of Course NumberingSystem
DAYS-CAMPUS AND ONLINE
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1st Year Courses
1st Year Courses
MSS Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding
2nd and 3rd Year Courses
200 Series for Academics
2nd Year Courses 3rd Year Courses
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NIGHTS-CAMPUS AND ONLINE
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1st Year Courses
1st Year Courses
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
BASIC MACHINE SHORTHAND
Student will be awarded a Diploma in Basic Machine Shorthand upon completion of theserequirements:
1.
LITERARY – Three five-minute tests at 180 wpm with a minimum of 95.0 percent accuracy. All tests
must be transcribed within 70 minutes.
2.
JURY CHARGE – Three five-minute tests at 200 wpm with a minimum of 95.0 percent accuracy. All
tests must be transcribed within 70 minutes.
3.
TESTIMONY – Three five-minute tests at 225 wpm with a minimum of 95.0 percent accuracy. All tests
must be transcribed within 70 minutes.
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INTERNSHIP – The student shall complete all internship requirements as outlined in the internship
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GPA – The student shall maintain satisfactory progress and a minimum GPA of 2.0.
7.
ACADEMIC COURSES – Student must successfully complete all academic courses with a grade of at
least a “D” in each course.
8.
EXIT INTERVIEW – The student must complete an exit interview and must satisfy all financial
obligations to <Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc.
Once all of these requirements have been met and all financial obligations are satisfied, the successful
student receives a Diploma in Basic Machine Shorthand from <Stenotype Institute, a symbol of
superior achievement.
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BASIC MACHINE SHORTHANDCURRICULUM
DAY DIVISION- RESIDENT and ONLINE PROGRAM
NORMAL PROGRAM LENGTH IS 36 MONTHS
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BASIC MACHINE SHORTHAND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
TH-100-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Theory One Lab hours 96, lecture 96, additional out-of-class
TH-100-D, Day Division
Theory One
work 48, clock hours 240, credit hours 9
Lab hours 128, lecture 128, clock hours 256, credit hours 12
This course will introduce the student to the basic operation of the stenotype machine and the principles of writing
a conflict-free theory. '@ ' and demonstration e
'threading of paper, correct writing posture and finger position and maintenance and care oft the
stenotype machine. Students will develop skills involved in mastering the keyboard of the stenotype machine and
learn theory principles for writing words. Abbrevations are a part of this course, as well as fingering exercises
and alphabet and number drills on the machine shorthand keyboard.
There is an introduction to transcribing machine shorthand notes into the English format and beginning
computer dictionary building. Students are expected to develop and demonstrate fluid note reading, transcription
and punctuation skills. During this phase of the course, on campus students will also be introduced to realtime
technology by visiting the CAT lab for demonstrations of realtime writing and translation, as well as interaction
with the technology instructor in the form of lecture and hands-on application. *For financial aid funding, this
course requires additional outsideofclass work (AOOCW) for night students. AOOCW is documented three
hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study will be determined and explained by instructor
and will be evaluated by instructor and will be calculated at a maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the
class.
Prerequisite: Day Division - None
ENG-100-D,
Basic English, Day Division
Lab hours 0, lecture 64, clock hours 64, credit hours 4
Prerequisite: Night Division -None
ENG-100-N,
Basic English, Night Division
Lab hours 0, lecture 48, clock hours 48, credit hours 3
Concentration and focus are placed on sentence structure, parts of speech, punctuation, spelling, and
capitalization. Basic grammar, proofreading and vocabulary skills are incorporated the instruction. A
variety of current events are highlighted, especially as examples of vocabulary sufficiency.
Prerequisite: N
TH-102-D, Day Division
Prerequisite: N
TH-102-N, Night Division
Theory Two
Theory Two
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, clock hours 256, credit hours 11
Lab hours 150, lecture 90, clock hours 240, credit hours 11
In this course students continue developing skills learned in Theory I but, with an emphasis on writing the more
difficult vocabulary required of a practicing reporter/captioner. More multi-stroke words are mastered and new
phrases are introduced. Students are further instructed in developing skills required in producing professional
transcripts. Students will be expected to maintain proper posture and writing techniques and to demonstrate fluid
notereading.
During this phase of the course, on campus students will be involved with realtime technology through
regularly scheduled time in the CAT lab for hands-on realtime writing and personal dictionary enhancement,
including interaction with the technology instructor in the form of lecture and hands-on application.
Speedbuilding and Q/A testimony will also be introduced during this semester, and the students will
progress to a writing speed of 30 words per minute while still maintaining an emphasis on accuarcy.
Prerequisite: TH-100-D, Day Division
Prerequisite: TH-100-N, Night Division
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LEL-100-D, Day Division
Law & Legal Terminology
Lab hours 0, lecture 64, clock hours 64, credit hours 4
LEL-100-N, Night Division
Law & Legal Terminology
Lab hours 0, lecture 48, clock hours 48, credit hours 3
The course focuses on spelling and defining legal terms used in American civil and criminal law. An introduction to
the American judicial system and methods of researching legal citations are also included in the course. Current
events germane to this course are consistently available and are highlighted as they attain prominence.
Prerequisite: N
Prerequisite: N
TH-103-D, Day Division
Theory Three
TH-103-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Theory Three
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, Clock hours 256, credit hours 11
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48, clock hours 240, credit
hours 8
In this course students continue developing skills learned in TH 10?-D&N (Theory One) and TH-102-D&N (Theory
Two) but with an emphasis on writing the more difficult vocabulary required of a practicing reporter/captioner.
More multi-stroke words are mastered and new phrases are introduced, including jury charge phrases. Students are
further instructed in developing skills required in producing professional-quality transcripts.
Beginning speedbuilding will be introduced, and skills with Q‘A testimony will be developed further during
this semester. Student’s progress *?ords er inuteonej
cone two voice testimony (“‘&)one l#During this phase of the course, oncampus students
will ” realtime technology through regularly scheduled time in the CAT lab for hands-on realtime writing
and personal dictionary enhancement, including interaction with the technology instructor in the form of lecture
and hands-on application. *For financial aid funding, this course requires additional outside of class work
(AOOCW) for night students. AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class
time. Study will be determined and explained by instructor and will be evaluated by instructor and will be
calculated at a maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: TH-102-D
MED-100-D, Day Division
Medical Terminology
Lab hours 0, lecture 64, clock hours 64, credit hours 4
Prerequisite: TH-102-N
MED-100-N, Night Division
Medical Terminology
Lab hours 0, lecture 48, clock hours 48, credit hours 3
Concentration is focused on learning to analyze, build, spell and pronounce medical words that relate to the human
body through learning medical suffixes and prefixes and attaching them to root words. Emphasis will also be
placed on learning to identify and research generic versus brand-name prescription medications for use in
transcripts.
Prerequisite: N Prerequisite: N
MSS-100-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 80/100 wpm
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, clock hours 256, credit hours 11
This course includes 80/100-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge and literary.
Students will be expected to develop and improve 80/100-wpm skills required to produce professional-quality
transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills. Class time is provided
for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation.
Prerequisite: TH-103-D (Theory Three)
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MSS-80-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 80wpm
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work
48, clock hours 240 credit hours 8
This course includes 80-wpm timed dictation speed drills on two-voice testimony (Q/A), jury charge and literary.
Students will be expected to develop and improve 80-wpm skills required to produce professional-quality
transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills. Class time is provided
for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. *For financial aid funding, this course requires
additional outside of class work (AOOCW) for night students. AOOCW is documented three hours per week of
study outside of scheduled class time. Study will be determined and explained by instructor and will be
evaluated by instructor and will be calculated at a maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: TH-103-N (Theory Three)
MSS-100-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 100wpm
Lab hours 144, Lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48,
clock hours 240, credit hours 8
This course includes 100-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge and literary. Students will be
expected to develop and improve 100-wpm skills required to produce professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate
fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills. Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a
pre-set time limitation. *For financial aid funding, this course requires additional outside of class work (AOOCW) for
night students. AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study will be
determined and explained by instructor and will be evaluated by instructor and will be calculated at a maxium of 20
percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: MSS-80-N
(80 WPM)
CAT-200-D, Day Division
Computer Aided Transcription
Lab hours 32, lecture 32, clock hours 64, credit hours 3
CAT-200-N, Night Division
Computer Aided Transcription
Lab hours 18, lecture 30, clock hours 48, credit hours 3
This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the technology and practices involving the use
of court reporting computer software. This course concentrates on computer-aided transcription, realtime
application, litigation support, and software packages used in court reporting.
Prerequisite: TH-103-D
Prerequisite: TH-103-N
MSS-140-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 120/140 wpm
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, clock hours 256, credit hours 11
This course includes120/140-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 120/140-wpm skills required to
produce professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation
skills. Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation.
Prerequisite: MSS-100-D (80/100 wpm)
MSS-120-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 120 wpm
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48,
clock hours 240, credit hours 8
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Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. *For financial aid
funding, this course requires additional outside of class work (AOOCW) for night students.
AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study will
be determined and explained by instructor and will be evaluated by instructor and will be calculated
at a maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: MSS-100-N (100 wpm)
MSS-140-N, Night Division *AOOCW Shorthand
Speedbuilding 140 wpm
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48,
clock hours 240, credit hours 8
This course includes140-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 140-wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills.
Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. *For financial aid funding,
this course requires additional outside of class work (AOOCW) for night students. AOOCW is documented
three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study will be determined and explained by
instructor and will be evaluated by instructor and will be calculated at a maxium of 20 percent of overall
grade for the class.
Prerequisite: MSS-120-N (120 wpm)
ENG-300-D
English for Court Reporters, Day Division
Lab hours 0, lecture 64, clock hours 64, credit hours 4
ENG-300-N
English for Court Reporters, Night Division
Lab hours 0, lecture 48, clock hours 48, credit hours 3
Concentration and focus are placed on proofreading and editing transcripts. Professional-level vocabulary skills are
heavily emphasized. Basic grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, sentence structure and parts of speech are
incorporated within the instruction. Current events are highlighted as demonstrative of topics typical for closedcaptioning and judicial reporting.
Prerequisites: ENG-100-D & MSS-100-D (80/100 wpm)
Prerequisite: ENG-100-N &MSS-100-N (100 wpm)
MSS-160-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 160 wpm
MSS-160-N, Night Division *AOOCW
achine Shorthand Speedbuilding 160 wpm
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, clock hours 256, credit hours 11
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48,
clock hours 240, credit hours 8
This course includes 160-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 160-wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation
skills. Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. Current events
germane to this course are continually demonstrated and are incorporated as they acquire significance. *For
financial aid funding, this course requires additional outside of class work (AOOCW) for night students.
AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study outside of scheduled class time. Study will be
determined and explained by instructor and will be evaluated by instructor and will be calculated at a
maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: MSS-140-D (120/140 wpm)
CP-203-D, Day Division
CP-303-D, Day Division
Court Procedures I & II
Lab hours 48, lecture 16, clock hours 64, credit hours 2
Prerequisite: MSS-140-N (140 wpm)
CP-301-N, Night Division
CP-302-N
CP-303-N
Court Procedures I, II, & III
Lab hours 32, lecture 16, clock hours 48, credit hours 2
This course will be divided into two semesters for the day program and three semesters for the night program.
Concentration and focus are placed on the role of the court reporter in trials, depositions and administrative
hearings. Techniques for interrupting speakers, obtaining spelling of names, identifying speakers in multi-speaker
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situations, reporting the polling of juries, handling oaths and affirmations, recording voir dire examinations,
indexing and storing notes, reporting nonverbal actions, certifying questions, marking and handling exhibits, and
noting sidebar and off-the-record discussions will be taught. Preparation and production of transcripts and their
inherent proofreading skills, as well as the library and reference materials used to produce them, are integrated into
the course. The profession, its ethics, benefits of professional associations, continuing education, and related job
opportunities are highlighted. The steps in typical criminal and civil trials will be examined to a substantial degree.
Current events and related issues germane to the court reporting profession are focused on and discussed as they
become significant.
Prerequisite: MSS-100-D (80/100 wpm)
Prerequisite: MSS-100-N (100 wpm)
MSS-180-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 180 wpm
Lab hours 166, lecture 90, clock hours 256, credit hours 11
This course includes 180-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 180-wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills.
Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation.
Prerequisite: MSS-160-D (160 wpm)
NIGHT DIVISION ONLY
MSS-180A-N, Night Division *AOOCW
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 180A wpm
Lab hours 144, lecture 48, Additional out-of-class work 48, clock hours 240, credit hours 8
This course includes 180-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 180-wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills. Class
time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. <'^
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#*For financial aid funding, this course requires additional
outside of class work (AOOCW) for night students. AOOCW is documented three hours per week of study
outside of scheduled class time. Study will be determined and explained by instructor and will be evaluated by
instructor and will be calculated at a maxium of 20 percent of overall grade for the class.
Prerequisite: MSS-160-N (160 wpm)
NIGHT DIVISION ONLY
MSS-180B-N, Night Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 180B wpm
Lab hours 150, lecture 90, clock hours 240, credit hours 11
This course includes 180-wpm timed dictation speed drills on Q&A testimony, jury charge, literary and
congressional record. Students will be expected to develop and improve 180-wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and to demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills.
Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation. <'^
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Prerequisite: MSS-180A-N (180 wpm)
MSS-200-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 200 wpm
MSS-200-N, Night Division/Online Program
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 200 wpm
Lab hours 256, lecture 64, clock hours 320, credit hours 12
Lab hours 150, lecture 90, clock hours 240, credit hours 11
This course is used in conjunction with materials dictated in Machine Shorthand 180. Students will be expected to
develop and improve 200-wpm skills required to produce professional-quality transcripts and demonstrate fluid note
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reading, typing, spelling and punctuation skills. Class time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a preset time limitation.
Prerequisite: MSS-180-D (180wpm)
Prerequisite: MSS-180A&B-N (180 wpm)
MSS-225-D, Day Division
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 225 wpm
MSS-225-N, Night Division/Online Program
Machine Shorthand Speedbuilding 225 wpm
Lab hours 140, lecture 90, clock hours 230, credit hours 10
Lab hours 150, lecture 90, clock hours 240, credit hours 11
This course is used in conjunction with materials dictated in Machine Shorthand V (160 wpm) & VI (180 WPM)
& VII (200 ). Students will be expected to develop and improve 225wpm skills required to produce
professional-quality transcripts and demonstrate fluid note reading, typing, spelling, and punctuation skills. Class
time is provided for transcribing speed tests under a pre-set time limitation.
Prerequisite: MSS-200-D (200 wpm)
Prerequisite: MSS-200-N (200 wpm)
INT-303-D, Day Division
Internship
INT-403-N, Night Division
Internship
Intern hours 90, credit hours 2
Intern hours 90, credit hours 2
Students complete 45 verified hours in a freelance office, a courtroom, or a realtime environment, observing and
participating in the role of the court reporter, using machine shorthand technology in the judicial or educational
process. These hours will begin after the student has passed the 180-wpm official speed tests. Students transcribe
100 pages from notes taken during internship and submit a narrative report summarizing the internship experience
during the remaining 45 lab hours. These 100 pages are the equivalent of a professional, legal and saleable
transcript. Ninety (90) pages may be transcribed without supervision. However, excess errors may require a rewrite.
The last ten (10) pages must be transcribed within two hours under test conditions at the school for on campus
students or in the virtual classroom for online students. Excess errors may require a rewrite.
Prerequisite: MSS-180-D & CP-303-D
Prerequisite: MSS-180-N, & CP-303-N
Day classes meet Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Night classes meet Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
All approvals, policies, procedures, and information contained in the currently approved catalog
apply to Basic Machine Shorthand Program.
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