Typing Practice Exam
Typing is the practice of entering data into computer using keyboard
or similar input device. The practice involves inputting letters,
numbers, symbols, and other characters. It is essential part of
administrative work, for data entry and content development. Speed and
accuracy are important in typing.
Why is Typing certification important?
- The certification certifies your skills and knowledge of keyboard and typing.
- Improves your employability for office roles.
- Validates your skills in typing speed and accuracy.
- Boosts your career prospects for data entry jobs.
- Gives you a competitive edge in the typing job market.
- Earn higher typist salaries compared to non-certified professionals.
Who should take the Typing Exam?
- Data Entry Clerk
- Administrative Assistant
- Transcriptionist
- Customer Service Representative
- Virtual Assistant
- Executive Assistant
- Content Writer
- Copywriter
- Call Center Representative
- Office Manager
Skills Evaluated
Candidates taking the certification exam on the Typing is evaluated for the following skills:
- Typing Speed
- Typing Accuracy
- Keyboard Layouts
- Focus and Concentration
- Ergonomics
- Time Management
- Text Formatting
Typing Certification Course Outline
The course outline for Typing certification is as below -
Domain 1 - Basic Typing Skills
- Keyboard Layouts (QWERTY, Dvorak, etc.)
- Proper Finger Placement
- Home Row Position
- Typing without Looking at the Keyboard
Domain 2 - Typing Speed
- Speed Measurement (Words per Minute – WPM)
- Speed Tests and Practice Sessions
- Strategies to Improve Speed
Domain 3 - Typing Accuracy
- Error Detection and Correction
- Reducing Typing Mistakes
- Typing with Precision and Speed
Domain 4 - Typing Exercises
- Practice Sentences and Paragraphs
- Typing Alphanumeric Sequences
- Typing Punctuation and Symbols
Domain 5 - Advanced Typing Skills
- Typing Different Formats (letters, emails, reports)
- Copy Typing and Transcription
- Typing Under Pressure or Time Constraints
Domain 6 - Ergonomics and Health
- Proper Posture While Typing
- Avoiding Typing Injuries
- Keyboard Adjustments for Comfort
Domain 7 - Data Entry Techniques
- Accurate Data Entry in Spreadsheets
- Typing in Database Systems
- Entering Large Volumes of Data Quickly