Proofreading 3: Progress
Ready to take your proofreading skills to an advanced level? Complete your training with this third and final course in the proofreading suite.
Proofreading 3: Progress is the third and final stage in the CIEP's suite of proofreading training.
The course consolidates the concepts introduced in Proofreading 1: Introduction and Proofreading 2: Headway, and guides you through more complex general and specialised material, including texts with illustrations, tables, notes and references. It considers strategies for dealing with layout problems such as overmatter and what to do when more than a conventional proofread is required.
Who is this course for?
This course is for you if:
- you've completed Proofreading 1: Introduction and Proofreading 2: Headway and would like to take your skills and knowledge to the next level
- you already have a good grounding in proofreading 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 proofreading skills and knowledge and guides you through more complex general and specialised material. By the time you’ve completed this training, you’ll have confidence in your ability to proofread professionally. You’ll understand:
- how to tackle more complex general and specialised material
- how to use BSI symbols and PDF markup tools
- how to deal with layout issues including overmatter
- how to manage text with illustrations, tables, notes and references
- what to do when more than a conventional proofread is required
- what sort of texts your proofreading skills are best suited to.
How does the course work?
Proofreading 3: Progress includes eight 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?
Looks at how to cope if copy is not available electronically (or a section of the electronic file has been corrupted) and the typesetter has to rekey it.
Unit 2: Proofreading publications with illustrations
Considers in more detail what the proofreader needs to look out for, particularly when dealing with publications that contain several complex illustrations.
Unit 3: Proofreading tables
Looks at proofreading tables in more detail.
Unit 4: Proofreading notes and references
Expands on proofreading notes and references, looking at some of the more common possible systems and styles.
Unit 5: Zero tolerance
Considers the types of publication that require perfection – a zero tolerance approach.
Unit 6: Proof-editing – when more than a proofread is required
Considers ‘proof-editing’ where you are working in Word and a greater level of intervention is likely to be required, because often the text has not been copyedited.
Unit 7: Adding proof collating to your skills
Looks at proof collation, where you combine everyone’s amendments in a single proof.
Unit 8: Final assignment
Consolidates all that you have learnt on this course and introduces the final assignment.
Career relevance and progression
Proofreading 3: Progress is the third and final stage in the CIEP’s suite of proofreading training, building on the foundations introduced in Proofreading 1: Introduction and the intermediate knowledge and skills covered in Proofreading 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 Proofreading 1: Introduction and Proofreading 2: Headway before enrolling on this course?
If you haven't previously completed any proofreading training or gained any proofreading experience, we highly recommend starting with Proofreading 1: Introduction and moving on to Proofreading 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 Microsoft Word (Office 365) and Adobe Acrobat Reader (which you can download for free) to complete the exercises included in the course. Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Reader DC will be beneficial but is not required.
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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