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Voice Writing Program

A closer look at Voice Writing Program — what we offer and what to expect.

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Voice Writing Program

Train for a Career That
Makes a Difference

The National Academy of Court Reporting's Voice Writing Program prepares students for a rewarding career as a professional voice writer. Through live instruction, guided practice, and individualized support, students develop the skills needed to produce accurate verbatim records for courts, depositions, administrative hearings, captioning, CART services, and other professional settings.

Courts Captioning CART Depositions Broadcast
~12 Months to Complete
Live Online Classes
8+ Career Paths
Program Overview

From Fundamentals to Advanced Realtime Skills

A carefully structured curriculum that builds speed, accuracy, and confidence at every stage.

Our Voice Writing Program is designed to take students from the fundamentals of voice writing through advanced realtime writing skills. Students receive instruction across ten essential subject areas — each building on the last to produce a complete, career-ready professional.

Voice Writing Theory
Legal Terminology
English Grammar & Punctuation
Medical Terminology
Court Procedures
Technology & CAT Software
Transcript Production
Professional Ethics
Test Preparation
Career Readiness

Throughout the program, students participate in live online classes while completing structured independent practice designed to build speed, accuracy, and confidence at every level of skill development.

Why Choose NACR

Personal Attention.
Practical Instruction.

At NACR, we believe students learn best through personal attention and practical instruction. Every aspect of our program is designed around your success — from small class sizes that ensure you're never just a number, to experienced instructors who bring real-world expertise into every lesson.

Live Online Instruction
Real-time classes with active instructors — not pre-recorded lectures you watch alone.
Small Class Sizes
Intimate cohorts mean more face time with instructors and a tighter learning community.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from working professionals who have built careers in court reporting and captioning.
Individual Feedback
Personalized critiques on your practice sessions so you always know how to improve.
Structured Practice
Assignments are sequenced with precision to steadily build speed and accuracy over time.
Realtime Skill Development
Training targets the exact realtime capabilities demanded by courts, captioning, and CART.
Supportive Environment
A community built on encouragement — instructors and peers who want you to succeed.
Career-Focused Training
Everything in the curriculum points toward one goal: launching you into a professional career.

We are committed to helping every student reach his or her highest potential — from the first lesson through graduation and into a successful career.

Program Length
~12
Months

Students progress through carefully structured coursework while developing the speed and accuracy required for professional success.

Equipment Requirements

What You'll Need to Get Started

Students are responsible for providing their own equipment. Specific recommendations are provided before classes begin.

  • A reliable computer
  • High-speed internet connection
  • Approved voice writing equipment
  • Required software
  • Headset and microphone as applicable
Additional equipment recommendations are provided before classes begin — NACR will guide you through every step of the setup process.
Career Opportunities

Eight Paths to a Professional Voice Writing Career

Graduates of NACR's Voice Writing Program are prepared for a wide range of professional settings — from courtrooms and law offices to television studios and government agencies. The field offers flexibility, autonomy, and long-term growth for dedicated professionals.

01
Court Reporting
Produce official verbatim transcripts for civil and criminal proceedings in state and federal courts.
02
Deposition Reporting
Capture sworn testimony outside the courtroom for attorneys in private legal proceedings.
03
CART Services
Provide Communication Access Realtime Translation for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
04
Closed Captioning
Create accurate captions for pre-recorded television, film, streaming, and online media content.
05
Broadcast Captioning
Caption live news, sports, and entertainment programming in realtime for broadcast audiences.
06
Government Agencies
Serve federal, state, and local government bodies requiring accurate official verbatim records.
07
Administrative Hearings
Record regulatory and administrative proceedings for agencies, boards, and commissions.
08
Freelance Reporting
Build an independent practice with flexible scheduling, varied clients, and entrepreneurial freedom.
Student Support

We're With You Every Step of the Way

Our instructors are committed to your success. At NACR, support isn't an afterthought — it's built into every facet of your educational experience.

Live Classroom Instruction
Real-time, interactive sessions where you can ask questions, receive corrections, and engage with your instructor and classmates in a live learning environment.
Instructor Office Hours
Dedicated time to connect one-on-one with your instructor outside of class — to address questions, review difficult material, or get extra practice guidance.
Individual Guidance
Personalized coaching tailored to your specific strengths and challenges, so your progress is never measured against a generic standard.
Academic Advising
Strategic guidance on curriculum pacing, skill benchmarks, and your path toward certification and career placement as a professional voice writer.
Technical Support Resources
Help navigating your software, equipment, and the technical side of professional voice writing practice so you can focus on building your skills.
Practice Materials
A rich library of structured assignments and dictation practice specifically designed to build speed, accuracy, and exam-readiness at every level.
Career Preparation
Guidance on professional certification exams, job search strategies, and launching your career — so you're ready the moment you graduate.
Tuition & Fees

Investing in Your Future

For current tuition, book, and fee information, please visit our dedicated Tuition, Books & Fees page. We are committed to transparency and to helping students understand the full cost of their education before they enroll.

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Ready to Begin?

Start Building Your Future as a Professional Voice Writer

If you're ready to begin a challenging and rewarding profession, we'd love to help you take the first step. Apply today and join a program designed to take you all the way to a successful career.

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  • Live online classes — flexible for your schedule
  • Small class sizes with personal instructor attention
  • ~12 months to a career-ready credential
  • Training in courts, captioning, CART, and more
  • Comprehensive student support from day one
  • Experienced instructors who are working professionals
  • Eight distinct career paths available to graduates