General Transcription: Theory & Practice™

• …frustrated by the lack of hands-on practice in other courses

• …unable to get real support when you get stuck

• …left wishing you could watch over someone's shoulder to learn the software

• …annoyed at how thin most online how-tos are

• …confused by the marketing and business side of going freelance

• …tired of working for low-paying gigs because you don't know where the better clients are

Then you're in the right place. General Transcription: Theory & Practice™ is the first truly all-inclusive, multimedia training system built specifically for general transcription — from the keyboard up to your first paying client.

• Transcription work is everywhere. Every business that creates audio or video — podcasts, courses, interviews, marketing — needs accurate written transcripts to be found online and to make their content accessible. Demand has grown alongside the rise of video, not shrunk. Skeptical? Browse our blog series.
• You'll learn from working professionals. The course delivers dynamic video lessons, in-depth tutorials, marketing guidance, and a supportive student community — built by transcriptionists who've done the work for over a decade.
• Get started faster — and smarter. Instead of learning by trial and error on real client jobs (and risking your reputation), you'll practice in a safe, supportive environment that reduces costly mistakes and accelerates your progress.

“Janet's extensive experience in both general and legal transcription shines throughout the course. The topics covered provide a thorough foundation for anyone starting out in the field, but also offer excellent tips for seasoned transcriptionists. My personal favorite was the section on text expanders. All in all, I'm very pleased with everything this course offers — I would sign up again in a heartbeat.”

Katie C.  - Beaverton, Oregon

“I enrolled while completing my 25th year of teaching. I needed a flexible schedule for my family. After finishing the courses, I applied to an agency — they were ‘very impressed’ with my test files and put me on my favorite work: law enforcement. I’ve been with them 17 months and plan to stay as long as possible.”

Kelli Harvey - Transcribe Anywhere graduate

Transcription is not a get-rich-quick gig. To build a real income — work that's worth your time — you need genuine training and a willingness to put in the hours. This course is designed for people who are:

• Committed to doing the work. Success doesn't come overnight; it takes weeks of focused practice.
• Ready to learn before they earn. Quality transcription leads to better-paying clients.
• Willing to ask for help. We offer lifetime support — and we want you to use it.

“I have everything I need to launch my transcription career with this course. The modules and units go into great detail, and it's easy to go back and reference anything later. The videos are incredibly helpful, and the marketing module alone is worth its weight in gold. The fact that the final exam is graded by an actual person — not a piece of software — gives the whole course a professional touch you don't find anywhere else.”

Maria A. - Dallas, Texas

General Transcription: Theory & Practice™ gives you everything you need to learn transcription and become a working transcriptionist clients actually hire.

• Recommendations for the best deals on transcription equipment (don't buy it before you start!)
• Training on text expanders, shortcut keys, and speed-boosting tools, with printable cheatsheets
• AI workflow training — how to use today's tools to increase your speed, accuracy, and income
• A full transcription style guide plus downloadable templates
• Screencast tutorial videos for transcription software, time-coding, and more
• A complete marketing and business module to help you find higher-paying work as an independent contractor
• A robust practice system — seven levels of practice dictations with full answer keys
• Lifetime access to all course material and future updates
• Full access to our student support community
• Final exam and certificate of completion — plus access to graduate-level content and a listing in our official graduate directory

A note on commitment: this is real work with real expectations. If you're not ready to put in the time, this course probably isn't for you. We provide thorough training — your results depend on your effort.