Touch typing is an essential skill for almost every industry but is particularly important for those in administrative and clerical roles.
The Touch Typing Program is a short online typing course that will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to develop keyboarding skills with speed and accuracy using touch typing techniques.
In this touch typing course, you will learn how to type with speed and accuracy. You will undertake a typing test under test conditions, which will be marked according to Australian standards.
On completion of this professional development course, you will feel confident to type with speed and accuracy and apply for jobs requiring excellent keyboarding and typing skills.
Course Structure
Touch Typing Program
- Keyboarding fundamentals
- Introduction to touch typing
- The home row
- Keyboard layout
- Special keys
- Punctuation
- Typing software
- Touch typing techniques
- Correct finger placement
- Hand positioning
- Leveraging keyboard shortcuts
- Speed development
- Typing consistency
- Typing tools
- Personalised speed goals
- Timed exercises
- Balancing speed and accuracy
- Techniques to improve accuracy
- Accuracy checks
- Keyboard ergonomics
- Breaks and stretching exercises
- Preventing typing-related injuries
- Advanced typing techniques
- Typing drills
Typing Practise and Testing
- Posture and home keys
- Correct finger positioning
- Alphabet in upper and lower case
- Introducing new keys
- Finger placement
- Speed practise
- Punctuation and keyboard skills
- Building accuracy
- Numeric keys
- Less frequently-used keys
- Paragraphs and longer sentences
- Typing Test Standard: AS2708-2001.
Our typing practice and test system will teach you the correct finger positioning and associated keys of the alphabetic/numeric keyboard in ten easy lessons in preparation for your test. You can complete the typing test at any time during the twelve (12) month enrolment period.
Study Hours
Estimated duration 15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will comprise written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with unlimited tutor support.
One (1) Typing Speed and Accuracy Test. This typing test is marked according to Australian Standards. Conditions apply.
Testimonials
Simple and easy to use. Thorough typing tests and exercise
C. Franklin, Langwarrin, VIC | Touch Typing Certificate
Thank you for the easy system and amazing tech support.
E. Taylor, Abbotsford NSW | Touch Typing Certificate
My experience was very positive; all information and interactions were clear and easy to follow and it was very convenient to be able to access the course whenever I wanted.
L. Sher, Caulfield South, VIC | Touch Typing Certificate
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Typist
- Office Administrator
- Transcriptioist
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