On-Screen Proofreading Class

📘 Becoming A Proofreader: On-Screen Proofreading Class

Headline:

Start your flexible new career working from anywhere as a freelance proofreader with this comprehensive training course.

Course Description:

Embark on a journey to transform your attention to detail into a rewarding and flexible career. This comprehensive proofreading course will guide you from a complete beginner to a confident, trained professional, ready to dive into the world of freelance proofreading. Whether you're looking for a change from your 9-to-5, seeking work-life balance as a parent, supporting yourself through school, or even enhancing your income in retirement, this course offers a head start in an industry that values flexibility and precision.

As a freelance proofreader, you'll enjoy the ultimate freedom to work as much—or as little—as you want, whenever it suits you, from wherever you choose. Fit your work seamlessly around your personal commitments and spend more time on what matters most to you.

Who Is The Course For? 🎓

• Looking to leave your 9-to-5 office job for the freedom of working from home
• A parent who wants to work from home so you have more time with your family
• A student who wants to support yourself through your degree
• Looking to supplement your income in retirement

If you have a keen eye for detail and are eager to embark on a new career path, this proofreading training course is your perfect starting point. 🚀

After completing our course, you will be able to:

☑️ Proofread any business, creative, or academic document to a professional standard ☑️ Edit copy for tone, flow, readability, and style ☑️ Use major academic referencing styles correctly ☑️ Proofread documents written in American, and British English ☑️ Make the most of Microsoft Word's tools for proofreading ☑️ Begin your new flexible freelance career as a professional proofreader!

Module Breakdown:

• Proofreading And Editing: Understand the distinction between editing and proofreading, especially in digital publishing.
• The Basics Of Microsoft Word: Become comfortable with the essential tools within Microsoft Word for your proofreading tasks.
• Common Spelling Mistakes: Master British, American, and US spelling rules, including irregular plurals and compound words.
• Common Grammar Mistakes: Learn to fix fragments, subject-verb agreement errors, dangling and misplaced modifiers, and more.
• Common Punctuation Mistakes: Get a handle on the most frequently misused punctuation marks.
• Other Common Errors: Dive deeper into the nuances of writing that can trip up even seasoned writers.
• Proofreading In Practice: Style: Understand how to apply style guides and referencing styles effectively.
• Advanced Formatting In Microsoft Word: Master advanced formatting techniques such as page and section breaks, headings, captions, tables, and lists.
• The Final Assignment: Put your skills into practice with a final assignment that will demonstrate your newfound expertise as a proofreader.

Transform your passion for precision into a flourishing career today. Enroll in the On-Screen Proofreading Class and take the first step towards a life of flexibility, freedom, and fulfillment. 🖥️✍️✨