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Copy Editing: 12-Session Self-Paced Course
Learn how to be a copy editor with our self-guided curriculum including lectures, tests, and video
Course Details
Learn how to pass edit tests with flying colors and get work as a copy editor. You'll learn how to resolve pesky punctuation issues, spot and correct common errors, and craft elegant sentences. And you'll also discover how to create a career as a copy editor and what life will be like as a freelancer or full-time staffer. Assignments include newspaper stories, magazine features, press releases, marketing materials, online copy, and fiction. Click here to preview syllabus for the complete curriculum, including:
The self-paced course includes:
By the end of the course, you will have:
Course Syllabus
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Instructor Bio![]() Cheryl Della Pietra's Courses Testimonials Cheryl is an excellent instructor. She is knowledgeable and communicates with warmth and humor. She was encouraging, stimulating, and spoke to each participant with respect. -- Miranda Smith"Cheryl is a great editor and clear communicator. Any level editor will come away improved from her class." -- Sherri Devaney "Cheryl was amazing. Her teaching skills are excellent and she clearly knows her stuff. Very impressive." -- Carol Wallace "Cheryl is a phenomenal instructor. She shows that it is possible to be a wordsmith with a sense of humor!" -- Shannon Martin, editor & writer, New York Road Runners "Cheryl's experience is a huge asset, providing us all with valuable practical advice. I would gladly take another course with her." -- Kelle Walsh "Cheryl is patient and caring. Her great sense of humor lent to a lot of bantering back and forth. I will definitely take courses with her in the future." -- Michael Maynard "This class was the shot in the arm that I needed as I tackle new freelance assignments. Cheryl brought real-world experience and answered our various questions with ease and a sharp sense of professionalism." -- Jay Franco "Cheryl is wonderful! She was extremely thorough in going over our assignments, and very generous in sharing her insights into the publishing industry." -- Susan Case "Cheryl is a direct, witty, and brilliant instructor! Her seminars are overflowing with invaluable content for entry and seasoned editors." -- Phylencia Taylor "Cheryl was warm, engaging, and funny. I would definitely take another class with her." -- Diana Tetterton "Cheryl's a real pro! She did an excellent job of boiling the information down to essentials, and is clearly at the top of her game." -- Alison Mundy "Cheryl united a diversified class with her personable, approachable style and professionalism. Her course content far surpassed my expectations. I've recommended her class to friends and colleagues." -- Katie Sherman "It was a pleasure to be in Cheryl's class. She knew her material and the industry, and was very supportive." -- Ellen Ryan "Cheryl was prepared, knowledgeable, professional, engaging, and giving. I would recommend her to anyone. -- Daniel McCourt "Cheryl has the perfect qualities in an instructor. She knows her stuff, can explain complex ideas in simple terms, and obviously enjoys teaching." -- Joanne Hus "Cheryl was all I had hoped for in a teacher: experienced, serious about the subject matter, and able to present lectures and hold chats with a sense of humor." -- Kimberly Stravers "Cheryl is clear and knowledgeable with a nice and friendly approach to teaching." -- Mindy Liss "For anyone intimidated by the world of copy editing, Cheryl will quickly put you at ease with her keen insight into the field." -- Alvin Blanco |
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