Basics of Proofreading

Do you want to learn how to write copy (text) that is both faultless and interesting? In this proofreading course, we explain how to avoid embarrassing typos and grammatical problems in your writing and provide insider tips and trade secrets you can use to improve text and gain an advantage over the competition. We examine the information and skills required to proofread digital and printed/hardcopy text before publication.

The course explains how to check writing for typos and grammatical problems, verify the information and enhance readability. We provide you with the tools and skills necessary to become a professional proofreader (or copyeditor) by helping you improve your writing, proofing and editing skills. This newfound ability allows you to revise and edit material efficiently and consistently.

Proofreading and copyediting practices can also be used to improve your general mastery of English, which in turn boosts your confidence and ability to write content of any form for any medium, including magazines, books, business letters, scripts and more. Writing clearly and accurately is a vital communication skill you can employ in almost any context so the skills gained in this course can boost your career prospects in any sector. Sign up to improve your ability to write and edit text and learn the many insider tricks that make proofreaders the last line of defence against written errors.