Copyediting 3: Progress
Ready to take your copyediting skills to an advanced level? Complete your training with this third and final course in the copyediting suite.
Copyediting 3: Progress is the third and final stage in the CIEP's suite of copyediting training.
The course consolidates the concepts introduced in Copyediting 1: Introduction and Copyediting 2: Headway, and considers the technicalities of copyediting tables, notes and references, and preliminary and end pages. The exercises cover a variety of texts, from public information to academic books, and give a lot of scope for practice.
Who is this course for?
This course is for you if:
- you've completed Copyediting 1: Introduction and Copyediting 2: Headway and would like to take your skills and knowledge to the next level
- you already have a good grounding in copyediting but haven't completed formal training
- you're returning after a career break, and want to update, refresh or check your skills before taking on professional work
- you want to complete an assessed course and receive feedback on your work from a dedicated and knowledgeable tutor.
What you'll learn
This course develops your existing copyediting skills and knowledge, and helps you deal with more complex material. By the time you’ve completed this training, you’ll understand:
- the technicalities of copyediting tables, notes and references, and preliminary and end pages
- how to work on a variety of texts, from public information to academic books
- how to copyedit a variety of headings, lists and quotations
- how to communicate effectively with a typesetter
- where to look if something unusual crops up
- what sort of text best suits your copyediting skills.
How does the course work?
Copyediting 3: Progress includes six units, each containing a set of study notes that introduce you to relevant copyediting concepts, as well as self-assessed exercises and tutor-marked assignments. When you enrol on the course, you'll be assigned a personal tutor who will support you through the course, mark your assignments and provide you with feedback to support your learning.
Unit 1: Are you ready?
The principles and practice you should already know, as covered in Copyediting 1 and Copyediting 2.
Unit 2: Tables
How to prepare and mark up tables, what problems to look out for and how to communicate your instructions to the typesetter.
Unit 3: Notes and references
The styles used with three commonly used reference systems and some general tips on how to organise work on notes and references.
Unit 4: Preliminary pages
What preliminary pages are and tips on what to look out for when copyediting them.
Unit 5: End matter
Editing and preparing end matter, a topic usually not dealt with in detail in books about editing.
Unit 6: Final assignment
Choose a text from either the humanities or the sciences to send to your tutor for assessment.
Career relevance and progression
Copyediting 3: Progress is the third and final stage in the CIEP’s suite of copyediting training, building on the foundations introduced in Copyediting 1: Introduction and the intermediate knowledge and skills covered in Copyediting 2: Headway. It’s ideal for editorial professionals who already have a solid foundation of copyediting and want to take their training to the next level.
FAQs
Do I have to complete Copyediting 1: Introduction and Copyediting 2: Headway before enrolling on this course?
If you haven't previously completed any copyediting training or gained any copyediting experience, we highly recommend starting with Copyediting 1: Introduction and moving on to Copyediting 2: Headway before enrolling on this course.
How long do I have to complete the course?
You'll have six months to complete the course from the date that you enrol. As per our terms and conditions, short extensions can be offered if necessary.
How much time will I need to complete the course?
We estimate that you'll need 20 to 25 hours to complete the course, but this will depend on your learning style and personal preferences.
What software do I need to complete the course?
You'll need access to, and familiarity with the functions of word processing programs – this course assumes use of Microsoft Word (Office 365) – particularly Styles and Track Changes.
Which type of English does the course teach?
The course follows and teaches the conventions of British English.
Is the course worth any CIEP upgrade points?
Yes, completion of the course results in 2 upgrade points. Passing the course results in 5 upgrade points.
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