Have you got a penchant for words? Turn that love into a marketable skill by studying a Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing. You’ll be trained in creative writing, vocational writing, copyediting and proofreading, transforming yourself into the wordsmith you were meant to be.
Talented teachers will explore key writing elements with you, including clarity, efficiency, precision, tone and structure. Improve your communication skills with flawless punctuation and grammar. Take your love of writing one step further when you choose electives in specialist writing fields such as children’s literature, poetry, fiction and corporate writing.
Find your voice as you experiment with form and style to see where your strengths and interests lie. If you’re a budding writer who thrives in disciplined environments, get started with your Certificate IV and see what lies ahead. Meet like-minded people and start networking within a community of professional writers and editors.
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Times
Because the course is online and most of the content is delivered asynchronously, students can engage on any day of the week at any time. We do ask students to keep pace with the weekly sessions and to attend to any Collaborate webinars or, if they cannot, to listen to the recordings.Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing.Career Opportunities
- Creative writer
- Design and production trainee
- Editing and proofreading assistant/trainee
- Freelance writer
- Journalist trainee
- Publicity assistant
- Publishing assistant
- Marketing and public relations assistant
Opportunities for Further Study
- CUA50118 Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing (Not on offer at TAFE Gippsland)
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