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CMT exam, no references for transcription? - anony


Posted: Nov 28, 2010

Is it true that on the CMT exam, during the transcription portion, that you cannot use any references or a spellchecker? If so, how is that even possible?

Yes, it is true. It is testing your absolute skills and - yes it is possible if you know what you are doing.

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Anony, a CMT is supposed to indicate - CMT

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its holder is a skilled MT/ME. When you've developed sufficient learning through experience and study, it will be very possible to pass this test.

You know, I took the CMT test about 12 year ago and - it was so easy, I sm

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I could not believe it. I was very worried going into it, yet it was a breeze. I wonder if that has changed.
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My friend with 12 years experience recently failed by 2 marks; she got 28 out of 60. She said the exam was easy and she had no idea why her marks were so low? Anyone with a similar experience? I am planning to take the test next year.


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