Minute Taking Training

Understand the techniques of preparing minutes.
Learn the role of facilitator in an interactive meeting.
Gain an understanding of the role of minute-taker.

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Minute Taking Training

Course Overview

Minute taking is a vital part of business meetings. The minute-taker must be skilled at making clear and concise minutes to support the business. This course provides knowledge about the responsibilities of a minute taker and recognises the importance of taking factually accurate minutes.

In the 1-day Minute Taking Training course, delegates will learn about common problems and solutions of minute-taker, listening skills, recording motions and resolutions, critical thinking skills, and organisational skills. Delegates will also learn effective minute taking, understand the role of the minute taker, and develop practical techniques for useful minute taking.

Course Outline

The Role of a Minute Taker

What is Minute-Taker?
Common Problems and Solutions
Key Skills
- Listening Skills
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Organisational Skills
Meeting Agreements
- The Chair
- The Minute-Taker
- The Meeting Participant

Choosing a Style of Minutes

Main Styles
Purpose of Minutes
Formal Minutes
Semiformal or Action Minutes
Informal Minutes
Action Minutes
Recording Motions and Resolutions

Techniques for Preparing Minutes

Writing Minutes
Editing Minutes

Taking Minutes in an Interactive Meetings

Taking Minutes in an Interactive Meetings
The Role of the Facilitator
Interactive Meetings
Taking Minutes at an Interactive Meeting
Clarity
The Minute Book

In this Minute Taking Training course, there are no formal prerequisites.

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to take notes or minutes at meetings boards, committees, and volunteer groups. Specific professional roles may include: