How to Become a Certified Typist

A typing certification can Improve your employment prospects.

Careers such as office managers and administrative clerks require impeccable typing skills. An applicant must be able to type many words per minute. In order to show an employer proficiency in typing, a potential candidate should have a typing certification. This certification will attest that you have taken a test to prove your ability to type fast and accurately. Obtaining a certification takes the guesswork out of hiring you. Typing certifications can be obtained through a school, agency, or online test.

Things You'll Need

• Computer

Instructions

1. Take classes. Check into community colleges to see what typing classes are offered. Taking these classes will prepare a typing student for the typing test. The classes offered are keyboarding skills, finger placement, speed, and accuracy.

2. Talk to your employer. Many employers are willing to pay for typing certification. Find out what their requirements are as many typing tests are different. If you are seeking employment, research what typing tests are required at these companies.

3. Decide on the test. A three, five, or 10-minute test is offered. If you do not know what your potential employer wants, you should take all three tests

4. Take your test. Many employers require that the typing test be completed in person. Get in touch with an agency in town that offers typing tests. Many community colleges provide in-person typing tests. Cost of typing tests run from $10 to $60.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice your typing skills whenever you can.

References

• Education-portal: Typing Certificate and Certification Program Information
• Typinginstitutdeofamerica: Academic Programs
• Typingweb: Certification

Resources

• Typingcertification: Practice Test