Proofreading
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We offer two convenient delivery methods to suit your needs:
In-House Training: Perfect for organisations with four or more participants offering a cost-effective and flexible option. Training is delivered at your location and tailored to your needs. Contact us today to learn more or request a quote.
Public Training: Ideal for individuals or smaller teams (typically one or two learners) our public training sessions are scheduled regularly and open for registration. Register online today to secure your place!
This practical proofreading training course is designed to ensure that your written communications are accurate and that they communicate the intended message. Sharing our expertise through practical delivery, we will build your knowledge and skill to enable you to become a confident and effective proofreader.
In-house Delivery
This course is ideal for professionals at all levels who want to improve their communication, handle conversations with confidence and create respectful, productive workplace relationships. Whether you find yourself holding back, reacting too strongly or struggling to get your message across you’ll gain practical tools to help you communicate with clarity and impact.
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Common issues in spelling, grammar and punctuation will be explored and you'll discover the importance of rules governing topics such as capitalisation and hyphenation. In the afternoon we'll build on this knowledge through application of a number of proofreading techniques that will enable you to make immediate improvements to the quality of your documents or copy.
By the end of the training you will be able to:
- Recognise the importance and benefits of effective proofreading
- Distinguish proofreading skills from editing skills
- Increase accuracy in spelling, punctuation, grammar and consistency
- Build confidence in the rules governing English
- Use a range of strategies and techniques to find different types of errors
- Implement a robust proofreading process for your team, department or organisation
Do you write or proofread emails, letters, reports, minutes, press releases or marketing copy for your organisation? If the answer is yes then this course is for you.
The course content is relevant to all levels of staff including up to and including senior managers. It is popular with people from various departments such as finance, human resources, marketing, administration as well as technical staff.
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Proofreading - 10th December 2025
Date: 10 December 2025Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
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Proofreading - 14th January 2026
Date: 14 January 2026Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
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Proofreading - 22nd April 2026
Date: 22 April 2026Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
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Proofreading - 15th September 2026
Date: 15 September 2026Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
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Proofreading - 9th December 2026
Date: 9 December 2026Location: The Mount Business & Conference CentreTime: 09:30 - 16:30Price: £225 +VAT
Please note that the cancellation policy for our public training courses is as follows:
NON-ACCREDITED TRAINING
More than 3 weeks prior to the course start date - No cancellation fee payable.
Less than 3 weeks prior to the course start date - 100% of total fees payable or free transfer.
ACCREDITED TRAINING
More than 6 weeks prior to the course start date - No cancellation fee payable.
Less than 6 weeks prior to the course start date - 100% of total fees payable or free transfer.
Substitute delegates will be accepted at any time at no cost.
Full joining instructions for the course will be emailed to you at least five working days prior to the course. In the meantime, if you have any queries please contact a member of our team on 028 9016 0587 or via email kate@aku.training.
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