Hands-On Training in Buena Park, CA | Pre-NVRA Convention
Instructor: Amy Armstrong
Supercharge your skills with a powerful in-person Eclipse Vox training led by the one and only Amy Armstrong! Whether you're looking to master Dragon, elevate your Eclipse game, or boost your realtime like never before—this hands-on session is for you.
You don’t have to be registered for the NVRA Convention to attend. All are welcome (purchase necessary).
Seats are limited — register now to secure your spot!
CEUs are pre-approved by NVRA. Attend the full two-day program or pick and choose what fits your schedule and needs.
Eclipse Student Discount (50%): Are you a student using Eclipse or AccuCap? Call 772-288-3266 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM ET) to register and get 50% off.
* Training must be purchased in advance online or by phone at 772-288-3266; onsite registration is not available. This seminar has not been pre-approved for CEUs by any state. Webinar credits cannot be used. All sales are final.
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – Up to 7.5 CEU Hours Full Day:
Individual Sessions: $250 each
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Thursday, July 10, 2025 – Up to 5.5 CEU Hours Full Day:
Individual Sessions: $250 each
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Session 1 (8:30 am – 11:00 am) Session 2 (12:00pm – 3:00 pm) Session 3 (3:30 pm – 6:00 pm) |
Session 1 (8:00 am – 10:30 am) Session 2 (2:30 pm – 5:30 pm)
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PLEASE READ:
Wednesday Selections: If you choose "Full Day" for Wednesday, please do not select any individual sessions, as they're already included. :)
Important: The $0.00 price will update once you select your session(s). Please do not select “None” for both Wednesday and Thursday. Doing so means you're not registering for any sessions, and your checkout will include nothing.
July 9, 2025 – Up to 7.5 CEU Hours
Session 1: 8:30 am - 11:00 am PT
Voice Correction & the Acoustic Model in DPI 16 (8:30 am – 11:00 am)
Dragon not listening? It’s not just you. Learn why your input gets ignored and how to fix it. This session covers best practices for training the acoustic model, using voice correction effectively, and getting Dragon to truly understand you.
Session 2: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm PT
Tame Your Dragon: Mastering the Vocabulary for Realtime Domination
Clean up your output and command your software. Dive into custom vocabulary, homophones, numbers, markers, and more to speak smarter and output cleaner.
Session 3: 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm PT
SpeechText Secrets: Code Like a Pro, Analyze Like a Boss
Learn how to build and analyze SpeechText dictionaries to enhance realtime accuracy and impress even the toughest SREs.
PLEASE READ:
Wednesday Selections: If you choose "Full Day" for Wednesday, please do not select any individual sessions, as they're already included. :)
Important: The $0.00 price will update once you select your session(s). Please do not select “None” for both Wednesday and Thursday. Doing so means you're not registering for any sessions, and your checkout will include nothing.
July 10, 2025 – Up to 5.5 CEU Hours
Session 1: 8:00 am - 10:30 am PT
Realtime Rewired – Eclipse Tweaks for Lightning-Fast Output
Explore under-the-hood settings in Eclipse (v10–12) for a smoother, faster realtime experience. Perfect for both reporters and captioners.
Session 2: 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm PT
Mastering Your Dictionary for Realtime Precision
Refine your dictionary strategy for stronger output. Learn tools, techniques, and tips for optimizing your entries and staying ahead.
PLEASE READ:
Wednesday Selections: If you choose "Full Day" for Wednesday, please do not select any individual sessions, as they're already included. :)
Important: The $0.00 price will update once you select your session(s). Please do not select “None” for both Wednesday and Thursday. Doing so means you're not registering for any sessions, and your checkout will include nothing.
Knott's Hotel
675 Crescent Ave
Buena Park, CA 90620
Wednesday Room: Skyline B
Thursday Room: Ballroom D
Training rooms are subject to change. Please check in with NVRA upon arrival to confirm the final location.
PLEASE READ:
Wednesday Selections: If you choose "Full Day" for Wednesday, please do not select any individual sessions, as they're already included. :)
Important: The $0.00 price will update once you select your session(s). Please do not select “None” for both Wednesday and Thursday. Doing so means you're not registering for any sessions, and your checkout will include nothing.
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Amy Armstrong, CVR-RVR, CART Captioner
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Amy is a freelance shorthand writer and instructor with over a decade of experience as a working court reporter and captioner in the Greater Toronto Area, Ontario, Canada. An alumna of the International Realtime Court Reporting Institute, she teaches shorthand theory, Dragon Speech Recognition Engine, and Eclipse CAT softwares. Amy continues to cover complex litigation continentwide, providing realtime transcription in criminal courts, as well as high-profile captioning for world leaders and celebrities. She has served on the Board of Directors of the National Verbatim Reporters Association. As “Stenovox” on Instagram, Amy shares engaging, educational content that challenges industry norms and reimagines the role of the voicewriting stenographer. Amy offers personal coaching, bootcamps, webinars, and in-person continuing education instruction at conventions and conferences across North America |
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Recent Webinars
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April 2025
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PLEASE READ:
Wednesday Selections: If you choose "Full Day" for Wednesday, please do not select any individual sessions, as they're already included. :)
Important: The $0.00 price will update once you select your session(s). Please do not select “None” for both Wednesday and Thursday. Doing so means you're not registering for any sessions, and your checkout will include nothing.