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Professional training course · CWS-016
Editing and Proofreading Skills
Errors in documents damage credibility and can cause misunderstandings or legal problems. Editing and proofreading improve clarity, accuracy and consistency. This LLMI…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 6Cities
- £2,250Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Errors in documents damage credibility and can cause misunderstandings or legal problems. Editing and proofreading improve clarity, accuracy and consistency.
This LLMI course covers levels of editing, structural and line editing, grammar and punctuation essentials, consistency and style guides, proofreading techniques, editing others' work tactfully and using digital tools. Participants edit a range of business documents.
Course Objectives
Distinguish levels of editing
Improve structure and flow
Correct grammar and punctuation
Apply style guides consistently
Proofread systematically
Give constructive editorial feedback
Target Audience
Editors and writers
Administrative professionals
Communication staff
Report writers
Translators
Quality reviewers
Course Methodology
Editing exercises
Proofreading drills
Style guide work
Peer review
Feedback
Course outline
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1Day 1: Editing Levels
- Structural editing
- Line editing
- Copy editing
- Proofreading
- Exercise: Editing levels
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2Day 2: Structure and Flow
- Logical structure
- Paragraphs
- Transitions
- Conciseness
- Workshop: Structural edit
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3Day 3: Grammar and Punctuation
- Common errors
- Punctuation
- Agreement
- Word choice
- Exercise: Error correction
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4Day 4: Consistency and Style
- Style guides
- Numbers and dates
- Terminology
- Formatting
- Lab: Applying a style guide
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5Day 5: Proofreading and Feedback
- Proofreading techniques
- Digital tools
- Giving feedback
- Final checks
- Capstone: Full document edit
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Editing and Proofreading Skills course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Editing and Proofreading Skills course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Barcelona. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, London, Geneva.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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