Job requirements Transcriptionist in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as a transcriptionist in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Court reporters, medical transcriptionists and related occupations (NOC 12110).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Court reporters require completion of secondary school.
  • Completion of a college or other program in court reporting is usually required and the Chartered Shorthand Reporter (CSR) certificate may be required for court reporters.
  • Medical transcriptionists require completion of secondary school.
  • Completion of a recognized medical transcription program is usually required and the Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) certificate may be required for medical transcriptors.
  • Occupations working in Braille usually require education in Unified English Braille (UEB) competence and related studies of 1-2 years.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Court/Shorthand Reporters (certified)

Prince Edward Island

Job title Court Transcribers

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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