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5 hours 6 minutes
All levels
To err is human, to proofread is divine!
Learn from the best in the business - our online Proofreading and Copy Editing course instructors are experts in their fields.
Master the divine skills to craft that perfect copy while also learning the ins and outs of proofreading from our expert-outlined Proofreading & Copy Editing course (with a special discount running out!).
This complete Proofreading and Copy Editing course covers all the proofreading and editing principles, including the publishing process from a proofreading perspective. Throughout this course, you'll be introduced to reliable spelling and grammar references to polish your expertise to a whole new level. On top of that, you'll be aware of some common mistakes of copywriting while learning the best practices of professional copy editing.
Learning Outcomes of Proofreading and Copy Editing Course:
Familiarise with the reliable references
Strengthen your spelling and grammar skills to identify text weaknesses and perform corrections
Know how to mark up a text on paper clearly and accurately
Understand the on-screen techniques and methods
Have an in-depth understanding of proofreading stylistic problems
Learn about different levels of editing
Know how to get your quote right
Be able to edit copies removing inappropriate materials.
Our Proofreading & Copy Editing is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality provision and training programmes.
Module Attributes:
The Proofreading and Copy Editing course has been meticulously designed to deliver maximum information in minimum time. This approach enables learners to easily comprehend the core concepts and confidently apply them to diverse real-life scenarios.
Why Quality Licence Scheme (QLS)?
Achieving Quality Licence Scheme endorsed certificates can provide you with valued and credible evidence of your skills and knowledge to potential employers.
Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) endorsements are awarded to training programmes and courses that meet high quality standards, ensuring that your certificate represents a valuable achievement.
The stringent assessment process involved in achieving Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificates ensures that you have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in your chosen field.
150 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Module 01: Proofreading Basics 44:54 1: Proofreading Basics 44:54
Module 02: Applying the Style Guide 17:38 2: Applying the Style Guide 17:38
Module 03: Proofreading on Paper 10:34 3: Proofreading on Paper 10:34
Module 04: Proofreading On-screen 53:23 4: Proofreading On-screen 53:23
Module 05: proofreading Copy Editing Basics 54:35 5: proofreading Copy Editing Basics 54:35
Module 06: The Use of Language 35:18 6: The Use of Language 35:18
Module 07: Spelling and Grammar 18:20 7: Spelling and Grammar 18:20
Module 08: Checking Accuracy and Facts in proofreading 12:18 8: Checking Accuracy and Facts in proofreading 12:18
Module 09: The Beginning and the End 12:30 9: The Beginning and the End 12:30
Module 10: Legal Checks 24:29 10: Legal Checks 24:29
Module 11: Finding Work and Developing Your Career 18:02 11: Finding Work and Developing Your Career 18:02
Assignment 03:00 12: Assignment - Proofreading. 03:00 PDF
Anyone interested in the following sector can take this Proofreading and Copy Editing course:
Anyone looking to improve their writing and editing skills
Freelance writers, editors, and proofreaders
Professionals who want to advance in their careers by improving their editing abilities
Business owners who want to ensure their documents are error-free
This Proofreading and Copy Editing course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
After completing the Proofreading and Copy Editing course, you can explore trendy and in-demand jobs related to this course.
Marketing Manager (Proofreading)
Digital Content Editor
Bid Writer
Production Editor
Legal Secretary-Conveyancing-Litigation
Content Designer
B2B Content Manager
Copywriter
Average salary range of these fields: £50K to £80K per annum
Reed Courses Certificate of Completion
Digital certificate - Included
Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.
Digital certificate
Digital certificate - £9
CPD Accredited PDF Certificate.
A PDF Certificate: £9
Hard copy certificate
Hard copy certificate - £15
CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate.
A Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
A Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Hard copy certificate - £109
Proofreading & Copyediting (within the UK: £109, International: £119)
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