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Seven key danger areas £69.95
Course summary
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£69.95 incl VAT - payment options |
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Newspaper & magazine journalists |
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4 hrs approx - flexible study |
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ODLQC / ABCC |
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CTJT professional diploma |
This course is an effective and inexpensive way of sharpening journalists' awareness of media legal dangers. It will build confidence.
It can be done in the office, or at home, in a several one-hour sessions. Media law trainer and consultant Cleland Thom will be your personal tutor.
You will receive an accredited diploma to put on your CV and in your portfolio.
Our track record
- top UK newspapers and magazines use these courses to train their journalists
- we're fully accredited and have passed strict government checks
- our clients vouch for us. You can speak to them before you enrol. Email us
- Why you can trust us
Entry requirements
The course is for anyone who needs to sharpen their awareness of media legal dangers.
- spotting the most common risks in stories and photos
- dealing with dangers safely
Duration and hours
The course takes around 4 hours. You can work at your own pace and fit your studies around your job and other commitments.
They include directors, editors, producers and editorial staff from all the UK's top media groups.
Tutor support
You can chat to Cleland live, using Skype when you need help.
Or you can e-mail him. You will usually hear back straight away.
Assessment
You will be set some assignments to send in for marking and assessment.
The assessment will include tips and advice on how to improve the way you work.
Any questions?
