If there is one downfall with at-home court reporting programs, it's the amount of structure provided to the students. Yes, the lesson plans are there. Yes, the dictation is there. Yes, it's an "at-your-own pace" program. But should it be? No.
You're perfecting a skill that is comparable to becoming a concert pianist. Such an undertaking would be hard enough in a campus atmosphere, surrounded by teachers and fellow students. At home, you're on your own. Because of that, your dedication, drive and focus have to be above and beyond that of an on-campus student.
And the truth is (let's be honest here!) that most students don't have the self-discipline necessary to succeed in an at-home environment. They start off with the best of intentions. The desire is there. But if there are any gaps in the program structure, the typical at-home student will take advantage of those gaps and ultimately lose their momentum over time.
The SimplySteno.com program removes those gaps. Every day is structured for you down to the minute, erasing any confusion about what to do at any given time. Each daily schedule is designed to target a specific portion of your steno experience, whether it's writing, readback, academics or transcription. And we keep the schedule fresh so you don't get bored.
The mental aspect of court reporting is a big part of our program. And each day of our program will include lesson plans that teach you how to gain control of your thought process, giving you the focus and mental stability you need to succeed!