Editing and proofreading
About this course
Topics
- Planning for reviews
- Editing for readers
- Editing for structure: whole document, paragraph and sentence
- Editing for content and tone
- Editing for clarity and brevity
- Proofreading methods for softcopy and hardcopy
- Proofreading planning and process
- Collaborating with AI for editing and proofreading
What you'll learn
At the end of this program, you will be able to:
- Apply a writing process, including writing with purpose and a reader focus
- Edit content for style and tone appropriate for the purpose and reader and in line with guidelines and protocols
- Edit for logic and structure and to develop clear and concise written material
- Apply a proofreading process to identify and correct grammatical, spelling and punctuation errors
Upcoming sessions
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“There were a lot of tips on editing and proofreading — the breakout groups throughout the workshop give you a chance to change activities and hear from others.”
- Electronic fillable workbook
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Common questions about Editing and proofreading
Who is Editing and proofreading for?
Staff at any level, with no prerequisite. Explore a structured, efficient process when reviewing your own or other people's writing.
How much does Editing and proofreading cost?
$990 inc. GST per participant. That covers the live sessions, the electronic fillable workbook you keep afterwards, and any activities between sessions. The price is the same for every agency, and it is the same whether you attend from Canberra or anywhere else in Australia.
How long does Editing and proofreading run?
The course runs over 2 half-days — 6 hours of live facilitation in total, on separate days rather than back to back. Sessions are scheduled as half-days so they fit around a normal workday.
Is it delivered online or face to face?
Online. This course is delivered virtually via Microsoft Teams, so you join from wherever you usually work — no travel and no room booking. Face-to-face delivery can be arranged when a team or agency books the course privately.
How many people are in a session?
Up to 20 participants. The cap is there to protect how much individual practice and feedback each person gets, so sessions are not scaled up beyond it.
What will I be able to do afterwards?
By the end of Editing and proofreading you will be able to apply a writing process, including writing with purpose and a reader focus; edit content for style and tone appropriate for the purpose and reader and in line with guidelines and protocols; edit for logic and structure and to develop clear and concise written material. You also keep the electronic fillable workbook, which is designed to be used at your desk afterwards rather than filed away.
Can my agency book this course just for our team?
Yes. Any course can be booked as a private team session, scheduled around your calendar and contextualised to your agency's own writing. Team sessions are priced per course rather than per participant, so for a group they usually cost less than open enrolment.
How do I pay?
You can pay by card when you register, or choose to be invoiced. Choosing invoice sends you a confirmation immediately with a reference number, and the invoice follows separately. Either way you receive a tax invoice showing the GST component and MPA Consulting's ABN.