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Course Overview
In this Proofreading and Editing Course Online, you will learn how to scan and check digital and printed content for errors, to maintain a high standard of work ready for publication. It includes expert techniques and tips for proofreading essays, quickly scanning content for specific errors, and training your eye to identify necessary changes. You’ll also learn the fundamentals differences between copy editing and proofreading.
This course is ideal for aspiring Proofreaders and Content Editors but also applies to Content Managers and Senior Copywriters who are responsible for overseeing the work of their team. It includes essential information on proofreading symbols and fact-checking, equipping you with the skills to eventually set up a successful proofreading or copy editing service of your own.
Enrol in this proofreading qualification today and ensure quality, error-free content every time!
What You Will Learn
In this Accredited Proofreading Course, you will learn how to check online and printed documents for grammatical mistakes, spelling mistakes and other errors, to ensure quality content and improve readability. It explores both the role of the Proofreader and Copy Editor in detail.
- The Role and Responsibilities of a Proofreader
- The Difference Between Copy Editing and Proofreading
- An Overview of Proofreading Symbols and Their Meaning
- Strategies for Scanning Work and Checking for Specific Errors
- Tips and Guidance on How to Proofread an Essay
- Copyediting Rules, Dos and Don’ts
- How to Fact Check as a Copy Editor
- How to Proofread On-Screen and Off-Screen
- Training Your Eyes to Pick Up Minor Mistakes
- Proofreading and Copy Editing Skills
Why You Should Choose This Course From iStudy
Study at your own pace
Full Tutor support on weekdays (Monday – Friday)
Fully compatible with any device
Free Printable PDF Certificate immediately after completion
No prior qualifications are needed to take this course
No hidden fees or exam charges
CPD Qualification Standards and IAO accredited
Efficient exam system, assessment, and instant results
Our customer support team is always ready to help you
Gain professional skills and better earning potential
Certification
After completing the course you’ll receive a free printable CPD accredited PDF certificate. Hard Copy certificate is also available, and you can get one for just £9!
Accreditation
This course is accredited by Continuing Professional Development (CPD). It is a recognised independent accreditation service.
Enrol today and learn something new with iStudy.
You’ll find a full breakdown of the course curriculum down below, take a look and see just how much this course offers. We’re sure you’ll be satisfied with this course.
Course Curriculum
| Proofreading & Copy Editing - Updated Version | |||
| Module 01: Proofreading Basics | 01:24:00 | ||
| Module 02: Applying the Style Guide | 00:31:00 | ||
| Module 03: Spelling and Grammar | 00:29:00 | ||
| Module 04: Proofreading on Paper | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 05: Proofreading On-Screen | 01:35:00 | ||
| Module 06: Copy-Editing Basics | 01:34:00 | ||
| Module 07: Copy-Editing – The Use of Language | 00:58:00 | ||
| Module 08: Copy-Editing – Checking Accuracy and Facts | 00:24:00 | ||
| Module 09: Copy-Editing – The Beginning and The End | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 10: Copy-Editing – Legal Checks | 00:42:00 | ||
| Module 11: Finding Work and Developing Your Career | 00:30:00 | ||
| Proofreading & Copy Editing - Old Version | |||
| Introduction to Proofreading | FREE | 00:15:00 | |
| What does a Proofreader do? | FREE | 00:15:00 | |
| Difference between Copy editing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Proofreading | 00:15:00 | ||
| Proofreading Symbols | 00:15:00 | ||
| Proofreading on Paper & Screen | 00:15:00 | ||
| Strategies to Check for Specific Errors | 00:15:00 | ||
| Editing & Proofreading Strategies | 00:15:00 | ||
| Proofreading an Essay | 00:15:00 | ||
| Copy Editing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Basic Copy Editing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Simple Rules for Copyediting | 00:15:00 | ||
| Fact Checking As Copy Editor | 00:15:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam- Accredited Proofreading & Copy Editing Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam- Accredited Proofreading & Copy Editing Course | 00:20:00 | ||
FAQs
This course is for anyone who's interested in this topic and wants to learn more about it. This course will also help you gain potential professional skills.
No prior qualifications are needed to take this course.
You can study this course from wherever and whenever you want. You can study at your own pace and from any device. Just log in to your account from any device and start learning!
Yes, there is a test at the end of the course. Once you’ve completed all the modules of the course, you will have to give a multiple-choice test. The questions will be based on the topics of the modules you studied. And of course, you can take the test at any time, from any device and from anywhere you want.
Don’t worry if you fail the test, you can retake it as many times as you want.
You don’t have to wait a minute after your payment has been received, you can begin immediately. You will create your login details during the checkout process and we will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We make the payment process easy for you. You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. We use the latest SSL encryption for all transactions, so your order is safe and secure.
After you complete the course, you’ll immediately receive a free printable PDF certificate. Hard Copy certificate is also available, and you can get one for just £9! You may have to wait for 3 to 9 days to get the hard copy certificate.
