Make every meeting count with this CPD‑accredited minute taking course. Whether you work in a corporate office, a community organisation, or a small business, accurate minutes are essential for ensuring that meetings are productive and decisions are recorded clearly. Without reliable records, objectives can be lost, accountability is weakened, and valuable time is wasted.

This minute taking course introduces the role of the minute‑taker and provides practical techniques for capturing essential information. You’ll learn how to listen actively, think critically, and organise notes into professional minutes that support effective communication and decision‑making. In addition, the course explores how to handle common challenges, such as unclear discussions or fast‑paced meetings, so you can remain confident in any situation.

By the end of the training, you’ll have the skills to produce accurate minutes for formal board meetings, semi‑formal team discussions, or action‑oriented project updates. You’ll also discover how to prepare and maintain a professional minute book, ensuring that your organisation has a reliable record of progress and accountability.

Why This Course?

Meetings are costly in both time and resources. Accurate minutes ensure that decisions are implemented, responsibilities are clear, and progress is measurable. This training equips you with the skills to document discussions effectively, resolve common challenges, and ensure that every meeting has lasting value.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Recognise the importance of accurate minute‑taking
• Develop essential skills, including listening, critical thinking, and organisation
• Resolve common complaints and challenges faced by minute‑takers
• Write minutes suitable for formal, semi‑formal, and action‑oriented meetings
• Take minutes efficiently in any type of meeting
• Prepare and maintain a professional minute book