Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Paris, Rome, Geneva, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Cape Town, Barcelona.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 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.

Technical Writing Made Easy: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply (CWS-005) Training Course

Q: How long is the Technical Writing Made Easy: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

Q: When is the next Technical Writing Made Easy: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Paris. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Q: Can I take Technical Writing Made Easy: Communicating Complex Ideas Simply online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

Course overview

Why Attend?

Technical writing is a critical skill for professionals who need to communicate complex information clearly and effectively. Whether you're writing user manuals, technical reports, or process documentation, this course will teach you how to simplify complex ideas, organize information logically, and create documents that are easy to understand. By the end of the course, you'll have the tools to write technical content with confidence and precision.

Course Methodology

This course is highly practical and interactive, featuring:

Lectures: Expert-led sessions on technical writing principles and best practices.
Writing Exercises: Hands-on practice for creating technical documents.
Case Studies: Analysis of effective and ineffective technical writing examples.
Peer Reviews: Collaborative feedback sessions to refine writing skills.
Templates and Tools: Access to frameworks and resources for technical writing.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

Understand the fundamentals of technical writing and its importance.
Learn to write clear, concise, and user-friendly technical documents.
Develop skills for organizing complex information logically.
Master techniques for writing instructions, procedures, and explanations.
Gain confidence in editing and proofreading technical content.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

Technical writers and documentation specialists.
Engineers, IT professionals, and scientists who write technical reports.
Project managers creating project plans and process documentation.
Professionals in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, finance) writing compliance documents.
Anyone who needs to communicate technical information clearly and effectively.

Target Competencies

Participants will develop the following competencies:

Clarity and Simplicity: Writing in plain language for diverse audiences.
Logical Organization: Structuring information for easy navigation.
Audience Awareness: Tailoring content to the needs of technical and non-technical readers.
Visual Communication: Using diagrams, charts, and tables effectively.
Editing and Proofreading: Ensuring accuracy and consistency in technical documents.

Course outline

1Day 1: Introduction to Technical Writing
- What is technical writing? Key principles and goals.
- Understanding your audience: Technical vs. non-technical readers.
- The writing process: Planning, drafting, revising, and editing.
- Activity: Writing a short technical explanation.
2Day 2: Writing Clear and Concise Content
- Plain language principles: Avoiding jargon and complexity.
- Writing effective instructions and procedures.
- Using active voice and strong verbs.
- Activity: Rewriting a complex paragraph in plain language.
3Day 3: Organizing Information Logically
- Structuring technical documents: Headings, subheadings, and lists.
- Creating user-friendly manuals and guides.
- Writing introductions, conclusions, and summaries.
- Activity: Outlining a technical document.
4Day 4: Visual Communication and Design
- Using visuals effectively: Diagrams, charts, and tables.
- Formatting for readability: Fonts, spacing, and alignment.
- Tools for creating technical visuals (e.g., Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart).
- Activity: Designing a visual to accompany a technical explanation.
5Day 5: Editing and Proofreading Technical Documents
- The importance of editing and proofreading in technical writing.
- Techniques for self-editing: Grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Peer review: Giving and receiving constructive feedback.
- Course wrap-up: Key takeaways and action plans for continued improvement.

Schedule

Dates and fees

13 upcoming dates in 8 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

ParisFrance · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

January 2027

18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

February 2027

15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom

£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each

March 2027

15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

April 2027

19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

May 2027

17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

IstanbulTurkey · Classroom

£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each

June 2027

21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

July 2027

19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

August 2027

16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ParisFrance · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

September 2027

20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

RomeItaly · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

October 2027

18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom

£2,840per delegate2+ people: £2,272 each

November 2027

15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

December 2027

20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

Live online, on the same dates

Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

Live onlineVirtual classroom · join from anywhere