Classroom
14 sessionsOnline / Live
14 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
Errors in documents damage credibility and can cause misunderstandings or legal problems. Editing and proofreading improve clarity, accuracy and consistency.
This Aractech course covers levels of editing, structural and line editing, grammar and punctuation essentials, consistency and style guides, proofreading techniques, editing others' work tactfully and using digital tools. Participants edit a range of business documents.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Distinguish levels of editing
- Improve structure and flow
- Correct grammar and punctuation
- Apply style guides consistently
- Proofread systematically
- Give constructive editorial feedback
Who should attend
Target audience
- Editors and writers
- Administrative professionals
- Communication staff
- Report writers
- Translators
- Quality reviewers
Methodology
Learning approach
- Editing exercises
- Proofreading drills
- Style guide work
- Peer review
- Feedback
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Editing Levels
- Structural editing
- Line editing
- Copy editing
- Coffee break
- Copy editing (continued)
- Proofreading
- Exercise: Editing levels
Day 2
Structure and Flow
- Logical structure
- Paragraphs
- Transitions
- Coffee break
- Transitions (continued)
- Conciseness
- Workshop: Structural edit
Day 3
Grammar and Punctuation
- Common errors
- Punctuation
- Agreement
- Coffee break
- Agreement (continued)
- Word choice
- Exercise: Error correction
Day 4
Consistency and Style
- Style guides
- Numbers and dates
- Terminology
- Coffee break
- Terminology (continued)
- Formatting
- Lab: Applying a style guide
Day 5
Proofreading and Feedback
- Proofreading techniques
- Digital tools
- Giving feedback
- Coffee break
- Giving feedback (continued)
- Final checks
- Capstone: Full document edit
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Editing and Proofreading Skills (CWS-016) cover?
This course covers Communication and Writing Skills through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Editors and writers, Administrative professionals, Communication staff
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Munich, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala lumpur, London, Geneva.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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