Improve your communication skills with our Communication courses in
Sydney.Learn Communication with our Communication courses in Sydney -
short courses open to everyone.This editing and proofreading course
will help you sharpen your written communications and improve your
ability to sell, lead or inform. Those who write, or oversee the
writing of others, need to ensure that it is polished, targeted and
error-free. This editing course will give you the strong knowledge of
structural editing, copy editing and proofreading you need to turn
early drafts into perfectly edited finished products.Learning AimsThis
editing and proofreading course aims to give you a thorough grounding
in the three-part editing process, from structural editing through
copy editing to proofreading. This editing and proofreading course
will equip you with the grammar and punctuation skills needed and
provide you with a strong sense of good business style and the editing
steps needed to achieve this. This interactive editing course will
help you to develop a new enthusiasm for the editing process and its
important role in good communication.Learning OutcomesOn completion of
this editing and proofreading course you will be able to:Use
structural editing to maximise the effect of any document.Understand
the aims and principles of copy editing.Set the right tone for your
audience.Use headings and sub-headings to guide the reader through the
structure.Check the document against a style guide.Correct grammar,
punctuation and spelling.Check that the appropriate wording has been
used at all times.Cut out deadwood, removing unnecessary verbiage.Edit
for style, cutting out pompous language and cliches.Ensure that all
sentences are clear and compelling.Check that all statements are
backed up properly.Understand proofreading techniques.Use proofreading
marks.Course ContentThe following topics will be covered in this
editing course:Structural or substantive editingFocussing on the big
picture and your key messages.Avoiding waffle and getting to the
point.Assessing the content to make sure it flows logically.Cutting
out irrelevant material and filling content gaps.Ensuring the tone is
right for your audience.Using transitional words and phrases to link
paragraphs.Using headings and sub-heads for maximum effect.Copy
editingMaking sure all sentences have maximum readability and
impact.Correcting grammar, punctuation and spelling.Picking the right
words to do the job.Cutting out cliches.Cutting out pompous, overly
formal wording.Getting rid of redundant words and phrases.Avoiding
business buzzwords.ProofreadingUnderstanding the importance of this
final, quality-control stage of editing.Eradicating stubborn errors
and inconsistencies.Using proofreading marks.Mastering the techniques
good proofreaders use.Understanding how proofreading differs from
normal reading.Checking all wording against a relevant style
guide.Making style decisions and drawing up a style sheet.Intended
AudienceThis editing and proofreading course is suitable for anyone
who wants to edit or proofread their own work or that of others. It is
suitable for all those editing content, online or in print. This
course is suitable for those who are looking for an editing course or
a proofreading course to enhance their skills across both these areas.
As some content in this editing course is covered in our Grammar and
Punctuation Course, it is not recommended that participants complete
both courses.This editing and proofreading course is part of a series
of courses, focusing on business communication. Other Communication
courses include; Business Writing Course, Persuasive Writing Course,
Communication Course: Difficult Workplace Conversations and
Presentation Skills Course. Those writing business cases or proposals
may also have an interest in our Business Case Course.Delivery
StyleThis editing and proofreading course will be delivered as an
interactive workshop consisting of an instructor-led lecture, group
and individual activities. This training approach allows you to work
through concepts introduced by the instructor in an
application-focussed teaching environment. You will challenge your
understanding of the concepts and consider their application once back
in your individual workplace.Course PrerequisitesThis editing and
proofreading course has no prerequisites and is open to all members of
the public.Alternative DatesAdditional instances of this course may be
available and published on our website. See Editing and Proofreading
Course for more information, or to join the waiting list and be
advised when we schedule more. Ticket Information Ticket Price
Participant AUD 459
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