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Learn Pitman Shorthand via Correspondence!

After teaching Shorthand in a class environment in Brisbane for two years, Elite EAs Principal, Tanya Battel, revised the Course material to enable Shorthand to be learned via correspondence.  There are now 70 Students across Australia learning shorthand. Professions of Students are diverse, ages are diverse!  The Correspondence Course adopts the same timeframes as the physical class environment.  Course duration is approximately 22 weeks but this can be tailored to suit the individual and the individual's commitments.  Recommended study time is 2 hours each week to learn the shorthand theory and a recommended practise of 30 minutes each day.  Homework is completed by Students then scanned and emailed to Tanya.  Turnaround time for marking is usually within 24 hours.

The Course material is easy to understand, extremely comprehensive and broken down into step by step Lessons.  The Course material is "tailored" to suit individuals who are not able to attend classes due to remote locations or hectic schedules.  The benefits of learning Pitman Shorthand via Correspondence means that Students are able to work at their own pace. 

Learning shorthand via correspondence is supported by the fact  Elite EA's Principal, Tanya Battel, is only a telephone call or email away to answer any queries you may have as you progress through the Course.  Homework sheets can be scanned and emailed on a weekly basis, marked and returned within a matter of days.

So far, I have found the course material easy to follow. The way the lessons are written is very step-by-step and the information is reinforced as you continue through the book.

The communication process is well set-up. Tanya makes herself available and is quick to respond to any queries. She provides helpful feedback on how I’m doing and on any clarification I need (which is much appreciated!).  I’ve found "correspondence" works well for me. When things get busy with work, it’s great to know that if I fall behind I’m able to take extra time on the course. Correspondence wouldn’t work nearly as well if the course wasn’t set-up for easy access to information (which I feel you’ve provided). There is plenty of information within the course book itself, and you’re only an email/phone call away if further clarification is needed.
I’ve found the course great and am glad to have signed on!
 Jade Orr| Accounts Manager

For further details please contact Elite EA's Principal, Tanya Battel, on 0434 952 909.

A Complete Guide to Minuting

Tanya now shares her extensive Minuting expertise through her Complete Guide to Minuting (available electronically) which is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of Minuting and includes:

  • Setting-up meetings / organising meetings
  • Formal paperwork process governing meetings, Executive meetings, Board meetings
  • Timeframes surrounding the processes for weekly/fortnightly/monthly meetings
  • Preparing to minute meetings and meetings involving difficult and technical content
  • How to manage ad hoc meetings with unknown multiple attendees
  • What to minute and what not to minute
  • Action items - how to monitor and track action items in a concise easy way
  • Professional minuting templates

For further details please contact Elite EA's Principal, Tanya Battel, on 0434 952 909.

Mentoring / Professional Development Guide for

Executive Assistants & Office Professionals

Elite EA's Mentoring / Professional Development Guide for Executive / Personal Assistants (available electronically) is a comprehensive guide to every aspect of the role of Executive Assistant.

Some of the key components of the course include:

  • Understanding the Office Environment, diverse personalities, different generations - different approaches, office politics, conflict in the workplace and successful resolution!
  • Working autonomously whilst being a "Team Player"
  • Exceptional systems for the Executive Assistant
  • Being one step ahead of your Manager
  • Time Management
  • Workplace etiquette
  • Minuting Meetings
  • Event coordination
  • The benefits of Networking

For further details please contact Elite EA's Principal, Tanya Battel, on 0434 952 909.