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- Course delivery: This course is delivered in video format
Course details
The publishing industry contributes £ billion annually to the UK economy. Yet many authors see their book sales suffer from overlooked typos and errors that erode professional credibility. This intensive 11-module Proofreading and Copyediting Diploma provides the exact training needed to tap into over a million proofreading and copyediting jobs each year across sectors like education, corporate, legal and more.Learn industry-standard methodologies for flawlessly polishing documents, from spelling and grammar to accuracy, style guides and legal compliance. Then, build a flexible career while earning £14- £30 per hour with top experts charging over £60,000 annually. Enrol in the Proofreading and Copyediting Diploma today and turn your passion for the written word into a successful career!
What Will You Learn?
- Essential proofreading symbols and notation
- Applying style guides consistently (AP, CMS)
- Grammar mechanics and rules
- Contextual spelling and homonyms
- On-screen/on-paper proofing techniques
- Developmental/Line/Copy editing differences
- Structure, clarity and consistency enhancements
- Fact, data and reference accuracy checks
- Legal issues like plagiarism, copyright, libel
- Portfolio building and freelancing best practices
- 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 6: Copy-Editing Basics
- Module 7: Copy-Editing – The Use of Language
- Module 8: Copy-Editing – Checking Accuracy and Facts
- Module 9: Copy-Editing – The Beginning and The End
- Module 10: Copy-Editing – Legal Checks
- Module 11: Finding Work and Developing Your Career
Some of our features are:
- This is a dedicated website for teaching
- 24/7 tutor support
- Interactive Content
- Affordable price
- 100% online
- Flexible deadline
The assessment is straightforward, you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of the course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if ;
After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.
✅ So let's do this! Enrol today and start learning about the Proofreading and Copyediting Diploma course! Updated on 20 February, 2024
Eligibility / Requirements
No formal entry requirements. You need to have:
- Passion for learning.
- A Basic understanding of the English language.
- A smart device (smartphone, tablet, laptop or computer) with an internet connection.
- Over the age of 16.
Job roles this course is suitable for:
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