CERTIFICATE IN EDITING

From the acquisition and editing of books and magazine articles to copyediting them into perfect prose, this program equips students with the specific skills they need to pursue a career in editing. Learn how to think like an editor, whether in books or magazines, how to work with writers, and how to best mold an article or manuscript to reflect the voice and point of view you and your author want. Master the essentials of copyediting, proofreading, and grammar.Upon completion of this program, students have attained the following:

  • Employable skills in copyediting, line editing, proofreading, and grammar in various formats.
  • A working knowledge of how to acquire a book or magazine article.
  • A full understanding of the editing process and the role of an editor in the digital age.This certificate is awarded to students who complete five courses.

     

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    Required Courses
    (5 of these courses are required)
     
           
    From Writer to Reader: An Introduction to Book Publishing
    This course takes you step-by-step through the process by which an author's words become a book in the hands of a reader. Follow a book...

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      X59.9100 $595  
    Children's Book Publishing
    One of the most exciting, successful, and rewarding areas in publishing is the fascinating world of children's books. For those who enter from any perspective--as...

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      X59.9105 $595  
    Fundamentals of Copyediting Books
    Develop the editing skills you need in the world of book publishing in this practical training course. The different editing requirements for trade, reference, and...

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      X59.9120 $595  
    Freelance Book Indexing
    Indexing skills are easily acquired by any intelligent, well-organized person. Extensive mastery of other editing skills is not required. Learn how to recognize significant concepts...

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      X59.9121 $495  
    How to Be a Book Editor: An Inside Look at the Editorial Process
    Editors are the first and most crucial link in the publishing chain. This course provides invaluable, practical information for aspiring and fledgling editors. Topics include...

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      X59.9122 $495  
    Grammar for Publishing Professionals
    Designed for editors and other editorial professionals working in all areas of publishing, this course explores editorial solutions to common and complex grammatical problems editors...

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      X59.9125 $495  
    Fundamentals of Proofreading
    In this practical, hands-on course, you develop marketable proofreading skills you can put to use in the book publishing arena. Learn proofreader's marks and basic...

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      X59.9126 $495  
    Book Manuscript Editing Workshop
    This advanced editing course, which covers both conceptual and line editing, is designed to help you take your editing skills to the next level. Learn...

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      X59.9129 $595  
    Freelance Opportunities in Book Publishing
    Opportunities abound for skilled freelancers as publishers outsource responsibilities that were once handled in-house. This class encourages you to try your hand at the most...

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      X59.9192 $595  
    How to Write and Edit for the Web
    In the current era of multiplatform publishing, creating Web content that works effectively is an art and a necessity. To be successful in this changing...

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      X59.9214 $495  
    Introduction to Magazine Publishing
    Learn step-by-step how a magazine works as a complete business enterprise. Beginning with the importance of a focused and unique editorial concept or product, explore...

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      X59.9500 $595  
    Web Workshop for Print Editors
    As more print magazines require editors to write for the Web, it is increasingly important to understand the principles of creating effective online content. In...

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      X59.9510 $375  
    Magazine Copyediting
    Expert magazine copy editors are always in great demand. Develop your copyediting expertise and increase your marketability with intensive, hands-on training. Improve your knowledge of...

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      X59.9520 $595  
    Magazine Editing Workshop
    This course covers the intricacies of editing different types of stories for magazine categories, with an emphasis on hands-on editing. Classroom work focuses on the...

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      X59.9521 $595  
    Freelance Opportunities in Magazine Publishing
    This course provides an insider's guide to pitching general interest, special interest, and trade publications; working with a magazine's line and copy editors; and dealing...

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      X59.9530 $495  
    Magazine Skill Set Intensive
    Writing magazine display copy--including cover lines, headlines, and photo captions--requires guidance and expertise. This two-day intensive workshop is designed for magazine professionals who want to...

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      X59.9590 $375  
           
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