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Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)

What is CART?

It is the word-for-word transcription of speech to text in real-time.

How does it work?

A CART writer will transcribe the spoken word into written English or French text using a stenotype machine, notebook computer, and real-time software. The text is then displayed on a small screen, such as a laptop computer, or projected on a large screen for classrooms, conferences or meeting settings. CART can be provided remotely or on-site.

Who uses CART?

CART@chs services are an important communication tool for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. CART allows for visual access to the topics being discussed. It is a benefit for individual consumers or larger groups in a variety of settings, including:

  • classrooms
  • courtrooms
  • religious services
  • conventions and conferences
  • personal appointments and meetings
  • civic events and cultural presentations
  • or anywhere communication access is needed

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