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Proofreading
NOTE: Face to face training temporarily paused due to COVID-19 pandemic. Virtual classroom training available, please contact us to arrange your training.
- 1 day Instructor-led workshop
Written communication is one of the first ways for business to make an impression of potential clients/customers. It is critical that all work is proofed, as misspelt work, incorrect punctuation and grammar does not bode well with the reader. This course provides you with the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of proofreading and improve many associated skills.
Syllabus
Who is this course for?
Proofreading is for anyone wishing to learn the concepts of proofing and develop their proofreading skills.
Objectives
During this course you will:
- Examine traditional and modern proof reading techniques
- Develop a range of proof reading skills
- Consider the proof reading process from written word to print
- Examine levels of proofreading and approaches
Course Syllabus
Introduction to proof reading
Modern proof reading
Electronic proofreading
Proof reading skills
Aptitude
How to read
What to look for
Proof reading symbols
Punctuation and skills
The style and rule balance
From written word to print
The writer’s copy
Editing
The design stages
Typesetting and proofing
Creating style sheets
Levels of proofreading
Substantive editing
Copyediting
Proofreading
Proof reading approaches
Comparison Reading
Dry/Silent Reading
Copyholder
What you get
Training is held in our modern, comfortable, air-conditioned suites
"What do I get on the day?"
Lunch
Lunch is provided at a local restaurant or pub. Browse the sample menus:
Breaks and timing
Courses start at 9:30am.
Please aim to be with us for 9:15am.
Joining information (how to get to our venues)
Refreshments
Available throughout the day:
- Hot beverages
- Clean, filtered water
- Biscuits
Learning tools
In-course handbook
Contains unit objectives, exercises and space to write notes
24 months access to trainers
Your questions answered by qualified trainers online.
Training formats & Services
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ILM Endorsed Courses
Excellent
Duracell UK
Graham L
Presentation Skills
Extremely helpful course. Well paced, never felt bored. No topic felt redundant. Andrew was extremely friendly and engaging. Good level of interaction between presenter and us. I definitely feel more confident after today. Would recommend it to anyone.
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