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Proofreading Intro | Training Course

Develop the proofreading skills needed to identify mistakes in your writing.
Learn how to spot and correct common spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

JOURNALISM EXPERTS | WRITING TRAINING | SMALL COURSE SIZES | LONDON LOCATION

  Course Dates Venue   Price  
London Bridge £249 + VAT save £150
Online £249 + VAT save £150
London Bridge £279 + VAT save £120
Online £399 + VAT
London Bridge £399 + VAT
Online £399 + VAT
London Bridge £399 + VAT

Proofreading Intro | Training Course

Course Takeaways
Course Info

Course Offering

Course Takeaways
Takeaways

What will I learn?

  • The importance of accuracy
  • Understanding proofreading marks
  • Common mistakes to avoid
  • Mastering punctuation rules
  • Keeping a proofreading checklist
  • Free digital course assets
  • Free post-course helpdesk support
Course Takeaways
Learner Reviews

How good is the course?

  • Average Score 4.8 out of 5
  • Delicious lunch provided
  • Certificate of Achievement
  • 349 reviews

Introduction

• Functions of a proofreader

• Approaches to proofreading

• How to read thoroughly and accurately

• Proofreading on paper and on screen

Proofreading and editing marks

• Understanding proofreader's marks and terminology

• Commonly used terms: ens, ems, points, picas

• Different types of proof

• The dangers of relying on grammar or spelling checkers

• Keeping a proofreading checklist

Spotting mistakes

• Dealing with tables and complicated pages

• How to read and correct page proofs

• Cutting and making lines

Punctuation

• Punctuation marks defined

• Common punctuation errors

• Deviating from the usual proofreading rules

• Spelling and punctuation tips

• Regularly misspelt words

Grammar

• Avoiding common errors

• Changes in current usage

Working with the author

• The role of tact

Avoiding the common pitfalls

• Misspelling headlines

• Wrong telephone numbers or email addresses

• Incorrect prices

• Misplaced headlines or captions

Practical proofreading exercises

Questions and answers

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"Explaining in a clear and easy to understand way."
BearingNet
23rd January - Proofreading : Introduction

Latest Reviews
Proofreading : Introduction
"Creating a relaxed environment where I could express myself"
House Of Commons
  • 23rd January
Proofreading : Introduction
"Making things clear, listening, and creating a great environment in which everyone felt comfortable sharing and contributing"
Queen Mary, University Of London
  • 23rd January
Proofreading : Introduction
"Rosie was brilliant, I hugely enjoyed the course and would happily have done a week-long course with her on proofreading. It was so interesting and informative, easily the best course I've ever been on. Please pass on my thanks to Rosie. (I've edited this comment about four times having all the knowledge she has imparted swimming around in my head!)"
Queen Mary University Of London
  • 16th November