Typing

 When I first started studying to be a transcriptionist, my average WPM (words per minute) was about 40 to 45. I started practicing my typing speed everyday along with practice dictations from the course. Now, my typing speed averages at 60 WPM. Still not quite as good as I would like but is a huge improvement! If you would like to check or practice your typing speed, here is the link to the website I normally practice on: Typing Test · Check your Speed and Practice, WPM (keyhero.com)


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