The course teaches trainees how to

• Decide on conventions and protocol for the organization's minutes
• Choose a format and methods of distribution
• Prepare for taking minutes
• Record meeting information in notes
• Write the minutes using appropriate vocabulary
• Write the minutes using clear, effective sentences
• Write the minutes using clear, simple punctuation

CONTENT

Lesson 1: Decide on Conventions and Protocol

Lesson 2: Types of Minutes

Lesson 3: Choosing Format and Methods of Distribution

Competency Examination 1

Lesson 4: Preparing for Taking Minutes

Lesson 5: Recording Meeting Information

Competency Examination 2

Lesson 6: Using Appropriate Vocabulary

Lesson 7: Writing Effective Sentences

Lesson 8: Using Clear, Simple Punctuation

Competency Examination 3

PREREQUISITES

Basic command of the English language with no serious usage problems.

TUITION

$175

TEXTS

All course materials are online.

DURATION

8 lessons, approximately 12 hours of study. All lessons must be completed within four months.

ENROLLMENT AND START DATES

Enrollment is currently open. Fill out the registration form at https://www.writingtrainers.com/register/regiformdata.htm . Your syllabus will be online as soon as possible after registration is finished. Complete lessons at your own pace, as long as you finish them within four months.