Word Processing Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to perform text typing, table construction, and document formatting tasks on personal computers at a high rate of accuracy and proficiency. Includes instruction in keyboarding skills, word processor operation, textual draft interpretation, audio and tape dictation, and specific word processing program software. Is Word Processing the right major for you?
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Word Processing Major

What Courses Do Word Processing Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Word Processing majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.