Proofreading & Copy Editing Course

Understand the formatting and presentation of an ideal proofread article

Gain in-depth knowledge of the proofreading terminology

Deepen your understanding of copy-editing

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 proofreading techniques and methods

Have an in-depth understanding of how to proofread stylistic problems

Learn about different levels of editing

Know how to get your quote right

Be able to edit copies removing inappropriate materials

Gain an excellent understanding of copy-editing for multicultural audiences

Learn step-by-step how to analyse words and phrases for accurate meaning

Understand the underlying strategy of becoming a sourcing expert in copy-editing

Access the course through our dedicated online learning platform

24/7 access to tutor support

This course is packed with interactive course content

Affordable prices and high-quality training

Complete the course 100% online, from any internet-enabled device

Flexible course deadlines with full access to the course for one year

Proofreading Basics

Applying the Style Guide

Spelling and Grammar

on Paper

On-screen

Copy editing Basics

the Use of Language

Checking Accuracy and Facts

the Beginning and the End

Legal Checks

Finding Work and Developing Your Career

Introduction to the Course

Basics of Grammar

The Basics of Sentence

Structure of Sentence

Questions

Punctuation and Capitalisation

Spelling

Common Mistakes and Ways to Improve

Module 01: Understanding Proposals

Module 02: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

Module 03: Preparing an Outline

Module 04: Finding Facts

Module 05: Writing Skills (I)

Module 06: Writing Skills (II)

Module 07: Writing the Proposal

Module 08: Checking for Readability

Module 09: Document Proofreading and Editing

Module 10: Adding the Final Touches

Module 1: Proofreading Basics

Module 2: Applying the Style Guide

Module 3: Spelling and Grammar

Module 4: Proofreading on Paper

Module 5: Proofreading On-Screen

Module 01: Introduction

Module 02: What's At Stake

Module 03: Test Yourself

Module 04: When to Proofread

Module 05: The Top 5 Proofreading Methods

Module 06: Tools That Help or Hinder Proofreading

Module 07: Proofreading Trouble Spots

Module 08: Special Proofreading Situations

Module 09: Now Practice: Part One

Module 10: Now Practice: Part Two

Module 11: Conclusion

Module 01
Orientation to Microsoft AccessCreate a Simple Access DatabaseGet Help and Configure Options in Microsoft Access

Module 02
Modify Table DataSort and Filter Records

Module 03
Create Basic QueriesSort and Filter Data in a QueryPerform Calculations in a Query

Module 04
Create Basic Access FormsWork with Data on Access Forms

Module 05
Create a ReportAdd Controls to a ReportEnhance the Appearance of a ReportPrepare a Report for PrintOrganize Report InformationFormat Reports

Module 01: Basics of Reading in Business

Module 02: Effective Reading Skills in Business

Module 03: Reading and Modern Communication Tools

Module 04: Writing Styles and Content

Module 05: Advanced Writing Skills in Business

Module 06: Vocabulary and Techniques for Writing

Module 07: Writing Skills in Presentation

Within the UK: £109

International: £109 + £10 (postal charge) = £119

PDF Certificate: £9

Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15

Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25

Anyone looking to work as a proofreader, whether they are employed or self-employed.

Those who want to edit their writing more thoroughly.

Those in the industry who must produce documents without errors.

Proofreader/Editor - Average salary £23,000 - £35,000

Copywriter - Average salary £23,000 - £40,000

Content Manager - Average salary £25,000 - £50,000

Social Media Manager - Average salary £20,000 - £35,000

Public Relations Manager - Average salary £25,000 - £45,000

Marketing Manager - Average salary £25,000 - £50,000