About Course

The Diploma in Stenography is a professional skill-based program designed to train students in shorthand writing, typing, and transcription. This course helps students develop high-speed writing and accurate typing skills, which are essential for office work, courts, media, and government sectors. The training focuses on Pitman shorthand system, typing practice, and real-time dictation to prepare candidates for competitive exams like SSC Stenographer and other clerical/administrative jobs.

 

Course Duration

• 6 Months (Regular Course)
• (Extended Practice Option: 12 Months / 1 Year for advanced speed & mastery)

 Eligibility

• Minimum  10th Pass
• Basic understanding of English

Certification

• Certificate awarded by ICMS
• Registered under Section 25 Act of 1956 – Govt. of India

Career Opportunities

• Stenographer (Government / Private)
• Court Stenographer
• Personal Assistant (PA)
• Office Assistant
• SSC Stenographer Jobs

 

Month-wise Syllabus

 

Month 1: Shorthand Basic Foundation

• Shorthand Meaning & Importance
• Consonants (Basic Strokes)
• Vowels (Primary & Secondary)
• Stroke Formation Practice

Month 2: Vowels & Word Formation

• Intervening Vowels
• Grammalogues (Short Forms)
• Punctuation in Shorthand
• Alternative Signs for R & H

Month 3: Advanced Symbols & Phraseography

• Diphthongs
• Abbreviated “W”
• Phraseography (Joining Words)
• Circle S & Z
• Stroke S & Z

Month 4: Speed Writing Techniques

• Large Circle (SW, SS, SZ)
• Loops (ST, STR)
• Continuous Writing Practice
• Dictation Practice (Basic Speed)

Month 5: Advanced Shorthand Rules

• Initial Hooks (Straight & Curves)
• Alternative Forms (FR, VR, etc.)
• Circle/Loop with Initial Hooks
• N & F Hooks
• Circle & Loops with Final Hooks

Month 6: Typing & Practical Training

• Typing Practice (90 Hours)
• Speed & Accuracy Development
• Shorthand Dictation → Typing Conversion
• Final Speed Practice

Assessment Criteria

• Daily Practice Sessions
• Weekly Dictation Tests
• Typing Speed Evaluation
• Final Practical Examination

Software & Tools

• Typing Tutor Software
• MS Word (for transcription)
• Audio Dictation Practice

Short Description

A job-oriented course focused on shorthand writing and typing skills, designed to build speed, accuracy, and professional competence for stenography careers.