Module 1. Introduction to Copyediting and
Proofreading
Topic 1: Broadly discuss the publishing process
Topic 2: Explain the role of the proofreader
Topic 3: Explain the role of the copyeditor
Topic 4: Understand some general publishing terminology
Topic 5: Identify your personal weakness in grammar, punctuation and spelling

Module 2. Proofreading—Manipulating Text
Topic 1: Apply the correct marks for inserting, deleting and replacing text
Topic 2: Apply the correct marks for inserting or replacing punctuation marks
Topic 3: Identify the parts of speech and explain their function
Topic 4: Understand some basic spelling rules to aid with correct spelling

Module 3. Proofreading—Formatting Text
Topic 1: Understand and apply the correct basic formatting marks to text and headings
Topic 2: Understand and apply the correct basic formatting marks to paragraphs
Topic 3: Identify the different parts of a sentence and explain their function
Topic 4: Understand some basic spelling rules to aid with correct spelling

Module 4. Proofreading Different Types of
Documents
Topic 1: Understand how to mark up short fiction pieces
Topic 2: Understand how to mark up various short non-fiction pieces
Topic 3: Understand how to use punctuation and identify common problems
Topic 4: Understand some basic spelling rules to aid with correct spelling
Topic 5: Demonstrate using basic proofreading marks to mark up simple text

Module 5. Copyediting Basics and Fiction Manuscripts
Topic 1: Understand the role of a copyeditor
Topic 2: Understand the difference between a proofreader and copy editor
Topic 3: Apply proofreading marks in correct copyeditorial style to a fiction piece
Topic 4: Successfully copyedit a fiction piece

Module 6. Copyediting Basics and Non-Fiction Documents
Topic 1: Apply proofreading marks in correct copyeditorial style to a non-fiction piece
Topic 2: Understand the element of non-fiction pieces
Topic 3: Understand and create a style sheet
Topic 4: Successfully copyedit a non-fiction piece

Module 7. Working with Writers and Editors
Topic 1: Understand a writer’s needs
Topic 2: Employ the necessary techniques to ensure a good writer/editor relationship
Topic 3: Understand a client’s or editor’s needs
Topic 4: Employ the necessary techniques to ensure a good client/editor relationship
Topic 5: Utilise various copyediting approaches
Topic 6: Understand formal and informal writing styles

Module 8. Copyediting Essentials
Topic 1: Understand how to handle consistency problems
Topic 2: Understand how to handle continuity problems
Topic 3: Understand how to handle copyright problems

Module 9. Working in Different Industries
Topic 1: Understand what is required of a proofreader and copyeditor in various industries
Topic 2: Demonstrate a good understanding of proofreading
Topic 3: Demonstrate a good understanding of copyediting

Module 10. Copyediting and Proofreading as a Business
Topic 1: Understand how to set up a simple proofreading/copyediting business
Topic 2: Understand how obtain work as a proofreader/copyeditor in your business
Topic 3: Understand what tools you require for your new business
Topic 4: Understand what is required of you to work in a partnership