Online Group Classes
Online group classes are here!
Cost-effective training with no cummute required. Learn CATalyst edit and realtime skills from the comfort of your own home via live Webinars.
Not able to make a group session? I also offer 1-on-1 training!
2025 webinar schedule (tentative)
October 2025
CATalyst Edit Skills:
Fields of Glory
Saturday, October 18, 2025; 1:00 pm PT to 3:30 pm PT
Discover why fields are the unsung heroes of efficient transcript creation. They're not just placeholders; they're power players that stick around for repeat performances. Learn all about how deploying fields in Include files - from automated dates to dynamic page numbering - can transform your court transcript covers and certificate pages into self-updating powerhouse.
Voice and Steno
REGISTER HERE - limited to 20 participants
CATalyst Realtime Skills:
Introduction to AccelerWriters
Saturday, October 25, 2025; 9:30 am PT to 12:00 pm PT
Ever wanted to edit from your machine and wondered how all the other machine writers were doing it? Join me in this two-hour class where we learning the starter set of AccelerWriters so that you can begin your journey of editing untrans and misstrokes from the machine!
* Please note this class uses a machine-specific feature of CATalyst and is meant for machine writers
REGISTER HERE - limited to 15 participants
November 2025
ABCs of CATalyst - Webinar Series
Offered via California Court Reporters Association
Two Weekend Classes - Part 1
Saturday, November 8, 2025; 9:00 am PT to 11:30 am PT
Whether you're a seasoned court reporter who learned CATalyst through trial and error over the years, or a new reporter seeking comprehensive training on the industry's leading software, these classes will transform how you work with CATalyst. Perfect for reporters who want to move beyond "just getting by" to truly mastering their tools.
Class 1: Foundation & Real-Time Mastery
Master the Essentials That Every Reporter Needs
Learn the fundamental skills that separate efficient reporters from those still struggling with basic operations. We'll cover:
Smart Setup for Success: Optimize your real-time translation settings for maximum accuracy
Windows Integration: Navigate CATalyst confidently within the Windows environment
Document Navigation: Move through transcripts efficiently using professional keyboard shortcuts
Dictionary Entries & Globals: Create and manage definitions that work across all your jobs
Format Symbols: Apply professional formatting effortlessly during real-time writing
Perfect for reporters who want to eliminate guesswork and establish professional workflows from day one.
OFFERED VIA CALIFORNIA COURT REPORTERS ASSOCIATION
REGISTRATION LINK TBD
ABCs of CATalyst - Webinar Series
Offered via California Court Reporters Association
Two Weekend Classes - Part 2
Saturday, November 15, 2025; 9:00 am PT to 11:30 am PT
Whether you're a seasoned court reporter who learned CATalyst through trial and error over the years, or a new reporter seeking comprehensive training on the industry's leading software, these classes will transform how you work with CATalyst. Perfect for reporters who want to move beyond "just getting by" to truly mastering their tools.
Class 2: Advanced Production & File Management
From Rough Draft to Delivered Transcript
Transform your post-proceeding workflow with advanced techniques that save hours of production time:
File Organization Systems: Manage jobs, cases, and system files like a pro
Advanced Editing Shortcuts: Edit transcripts faster with powerful keyboard combinations
Include Files & Templates: Create reusable templates for cover pages, certificates, and standard language
Backup & Restore: Protect your work and transfer files between systems seamlessly
Print & PDF Production: Generate professional final products ready for delivery
Ideal for students and reporters ready to streamline their transcript production and deliver polished work efficiently.
OFFERED VIA CALIFORNIA COURT REPORTERS ASSOCIATION
REGISTRATION LINK TBD