Proofreading and Copy Editing

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Proofreading and Copy Editing Training with Bonus Courses on Microsoft Word and Document Management!

3-in-1 Proofreading & Copy Editing Course Bundle includes:

1. Proofreading and Copy Editing Training
2. Microsoft Word Training
3. Document Management Training

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Are you an aspiring editor, writer, or professional looking to enhance your communication skills? Our Proofreading and Copy Editing Course equips you with essential techniques to refine and elevate written content. In addition to mastering proofreading and editing, you'll also gain valuable insights from bonus courses on Microsoft Word and document management, ensuring you’re well-prepared for any editing task.

Designed by industry professionals, this course covers best practices and current standards in editing, making you a more effective communicator in any field. With practical exercises and real-world examples, you’ll build confidence in your editing abilities.

What’s Included in this Bundle:

Proofreading and Copy Editing
Learn essential skills to identify and correct grammatical, spelling, and punctuation errors, as well as improve overall clarity and coherence in texts. This course prepares you to enhance the quality of any written material.

Bonus: Mastering Microsoft Word for Editing and Formatting
Become proficient in using Microsoft Word for editing, formatting, and finalizing documents. Learn tips and tricks that will save you time and streamline your editing process.

Bonus: Effective Document Management Strategies
Gain insights into organizing, storing, and retrieving documents efficiently. This bonus course covers best practices for managing both physical and digital documents, making your editing workflow smoother.

Learning Outcomes:

• Acquire essential proofreading and copy editing skills to enhance written content.
• Identify and correct common writing errors, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
• Master Microsoft Word’s editing tools to improve document formatting and presentation.
• Implement effective document management strategies for better organization and retrieval.
• Boost your career prospects with CPD-accredited qualifications valued by employers.

Why Choose High Skills Training?

• Accredited by CPD: Qualifications recognized across the publishing and communications sectors.
• Self-Paced Learning: Study at your own convenience, whether at home or on the go.
• Expert Tutor Support: Access guidance from experienced professionals in editing and writing.
• 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee: Enrol with peace of mind, knowing you can request a refund if you’re not fully satisfied.
• Accessible Online: Learn anytime, anywhere, with full course access on any device.

Student Testimonials – What Our Learners Say!

★★★★★ "The Proofreading and Copy Editing Course transformed the way I approach writing. The lessons were clear, and the bonus courses made me more efficient in using Word!"
— Reviewed by Mark Thompson

★★★★★ "This course was exactly what I needed as a freelance writer. The editing techniques were practical, and I loved learning about document management. Highly recommended!"
— Reviewed by Sarah Jenkins

★★★★★ "As a student, this course helped me catch mistakes in my essays that I would have otherwise missed. The skills I learned are invaluable for my academic success!"
— Reviewed by Lisa Patel

With High Skills Training, enjoy the flexibility of a 100% online course that you can access anytime, anywhere, on any device. Complete the course at your own pace with full support and a 14-day money-back guarantee, ensuring your learning experience is both enjoyable and effective.

Ready to enhance your editing skills? Ready to perfect your proofreading techniques? Enrol now and become the professional editor your clients or employers need!

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• Proofreading and Copy Editing 2:11:42

  • 1: Welcome to the Course 02:00
  • 2: Definition of Proofreading and Editing 02:42
  • 3: Expectations from a Proofreader 05:50
  • 4: Pre-order an Accredited Certificate 01:00
  • 5: Are You Getting in the Correct Work? 05:04
  • 6: Should you become a proofreader before becoming an editor? 02:42
  • 7: Primary Procedures of Proofreading and Editing 00:46
  • 8: Useful Proofreading Symbols 04:35
  • 9: Tracking and Accepting Changes 04:35
  • 10: Managing Files: Maintaining Multiple Versions of Documents 05:44
  • 11: Considering Spelling 00:57
  • 12: Introduction of Spelling 02:55
  • 13: Directions for Styling 04:10
  • 14: Regional Differences 03:09
  • 15: Compound Words 03:32
  • 16: Necessary Grammars 01:06
  • 17: Introduction and Importance of Grammar 03:22
  • 18: Nouns 04:50
  • 19: Pronouns 03:56
  • 20: Adjectives 02:27
  • 21: Verbs 04:31
  • 22: Adverbs 03:02
  • 23: Prepositions 04:08
  • 24: Conjunctions 02:10
  • 25: Basic Sentence Structure 05:28
  • 26: Proper Punctuation 01:16
  • 27: Power of Punctuation 03:29
  • 28: Full Stops, Commas, Question Marks 08:08
  • 29: Colons and Semicolons 04:43
  • 30: Understanding Hyphens and Dashes 03:05
  • 31: Quotation Marks 04:03
  • 32: Bullet Points 03:26
  • 33: "Friendly Reminder" 01:00
  • 34: USA and UK Spelling Differences 06:11
  • 35: Spellchecking Software 04:40
  • 36: Dependency on Spellchecking Software 06:00
  • 37: Congratulations ! 01:00

• Microsoft Word 3:37:21

  • 38: Course Introduction 03:07
  • 39: Opening from Template 05:17
  • 40: Changing the VIew Options 06:06
  • 41: Page Setup 02:41
  • 42: Inserting and Editing Tables 08:30
  • 43: Adding Shapes 12:45
  • 44: Insert SmartArt 08:14
  • 45: Inserting Cover Page 02:37
  • 46: Inserting Charts 06:50
  • 47: Adding Header and Footer 03:19
  • 48: Writing equations 11:27
  • 49: Adding Equation Numbers 05:57
  • 50: Generating Table of Contents 09:07
  • 51: Generating List of Figures 05:59
  • 52: Generating List of Tables 05:54
  • 53: Adding Multiple Columns 02:56
  • 54: Adding Page Numbers 02:31
  • 55: Page Number Start on a Page 03:36
  • 56: Change Page Colours 03:12
  • 57: Adding Different Colours to Pages 02:42
  • 58: Document Reviewing 03:49
  • 59: Find and Replace 02:11
  • 60: Format Painter Tool 02:22
  • 61: Creating a Calendar in Word 06:03
  • 62: Inserting and Wrapping Images 05:01
  • 63: Creating a Certificate 05:26
  • 64: Adding Fonts 03:14
  • 65: Adding Watermark 03:36
  • 66: Convert Word into a Webpage 05:55
  • 67: Adding Page Borders 03:10
  • 68: Mail Merge 12:12
  • 69: Linking Excel and Word 09:01
  • 70: Paragraphing and Bulleting 05:43
  • 71: MS Word Online 09:59
  • 72: Creating a Restaurant Bill 12:38
  • 73: Combining Word Documents 02:31
  • 74: Making Circular Text 02:41
  • 75: "Friendly Reminder" 01:00
  • 76: Recover Unsaved Documents 01:34
  • 77: Reduce File Size 03:23
  • 78: Taking Screenshots 02:05
  • 79: Congratulations ! 01:00

• Document Management 1:08:00

  • 80: Document Management 1:05:00
  • 81: Quiz 01:00
  • 82: "Friendly Reminder" 01:00
  • 83: Congratulations ! 01:00

• Course Completion 02:00

  • 84: Congratulations ! 01:00
  • 85: Get Your CPD Accredited Certificate 01:00

Course 1 : Proofreading and Copy Editing

Lesson 1: An Overview of Proofreading and Editing

• Definition of Proofreading and Editing
• Expectations from a Proofreader
• Levels of Proofreading and Editing
• Are You Getting in the Correct Work?
• Should you become a proofreader before becoming an editor?

Lesson 2: Primary Procedures of Proofreading and Editing

• Useful Proofreading Symbols
• Tracking and Accepting Changes
• Managing Files: Maintaining Multiple Versions of Documents
• Reviewing a PDF
• Applying Markup
• Doing a Big Picture Edit

Lesson 3: Considering Spelling

• Introduction of Spelling
• Directions for Styling
• Regional Differences
• Compound Words

Lesson 4: Necessary Grammars

• Introduction and Importance of Grammar
• Nouns
• Pronouns
• Adjectives
• Verbs
• Adverbs
• Prepositions
• Conjunctions
• Basic Sentence Structure

Lesson 5: Proper Punctuation

• Power of Punctuation
• Full Stops
• Commas
• Question Marks
• Colons
• Semicolons
• Hyphens and Dashes
• Quotation Marks

Lesson 6: Additional Matters

• Bullet Points
• USA and UK Spelling Differences
• Spellchecking Software
• Dependency on Spellchecking Software

Course 2 : Microsoft Word

Course 3 : Document Management

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The Proofreading and Copy Editing Course is ideal for:

• Aspiring Editors: Those looking to start a career in editing and need foundational skills.
• Writers: Authors, bloggers, and content creators who want to enhance their writing and ensure their work is polished.
• Students: Individuals seeking to improve their academic writing and editing skills for essays and research papers.
• Professionals: Anyone in fields like marketing, communications, or publishing who needs to refine documents and materials.
• Business Owners: Entrepreneurs who want to ensure their promotional and internal documents are clear and error-free.
• Job Seekers: Individuals looking to boost their resumes with valuable skills recognized in various industries.

There is no prerequisite for this. Don’t worry—we will teach you everything step by step.

Some job positions in the UK that would benefit from completing the Proofreading and Copy Editing Course are:

• Proofreader
• Copy Editor
• Content Writer
• Technical Editor
• Marketing Copywriter
• Academic Editor
• Publishing Assistant
• Social Media Manager
• Grant Writer
• Freelance Editor/Proofreader

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