CONT205: How to Copyedit
Wondering if a career in copyediting is for you? Looking to learn the basics of what a copyeditor does?
How To Copyedit will help you build the underlying concepts needed for a strong foundation in copyediting.
In this course, you will be immersed in the workflow of a copyediting job from start to finish. Using interactive activities, readings, and other resources, you will learn and apply fundamental topics in copyediting, including grammar, punctuation, spelling, editorial style, basic editing tools, statements of work, and clear, professional editing correspondence.
This course is applicable to those exploring a career in editing and/or beginning editors of English from all geographical locations.
Course Schedule
| Session | Course Dates | Registration Deadline | Registration Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2023 | Apr 10, 2023 – Jun 09, 2023 | Apr 07, 2023 | Open |
| Summer 2023 | Jun 26, 2023 – Aug 11, 2023 | Jun 23, 2023 | Open |
Spring 2023
- Dates: Apr 10, 2023 – Jun 09, 2023
- Deadline: Apr 07, 2023
- Status: Open
Summer 2023
- Dates: Jun 26, 2023 – Aug 11, 2023
- Deadline: Jun 23, 2023
- Status: Open
Registration will remain open until 4pm ET on the posted registration deadline date.
Application Requirements
This course has no application requirements.
Course Materials
Download the course outline [DOCX]Accommodations
Applicants who require special accommodations are asked to:
- Contact us at least 1 week prior to the start of the course to allow enough time for appropriate accommodations to be made.
- Provide necessary documentation upon request.