Proofreading - Price £110.00

Our Proofreading Course will train you to be a proofreader - online, with the personal help and support of a highly experienced tutor.

The course is different from other Home Study proofreading courses because we offer unlimited tutorial support. Your tutor will be there to give you support, guidance and advice, from the time you enrol to the time when you start looking for work.

• Is this a proper course?
  
  Yes, we are recognised by the UK Government and are fully accredited.
  
  See Why you can trust us.
  
  
• Who is the course for?
  
  Anyone who wants to start a career in the lucrative field of proofreading, or proofread more effectively in their existing job.
  
  
• What does it cover?
  
  See What you'll study.
  
  
• How long will the course take?
  
  It's up to you. You can work at your own speed, and fit your studies around your other commitments. But as a rough guide, this course takes around three to six months to complete.
  
  
• Who is my tutor?
  
  Your tutor will be Cleland Thom, who is recognised as one of the UK's leading trainers. Find out about him.
  
  
• How does the course work?
  
  We will send teaching modules as email attachments, one Module at a time. Some Modules are accompanied by exercises. You will study the Module, email us with any queries and then complete the exercises.
  
  When you have completed the Module, you will be sent the next one, and so on, until you finish the course.
  
  
• What are the exercises like?
  
  The exercises are 'home-based' so you can do them on screen, or print them off.
  
  
• How is work assessed?
  
  This course is self-assessed. Checking your own work against a master copy is an important part of a proofreader's job.
  
  
• Is there any tutorial support?
  
  Yes, you can email your tutor any time - as often as you need to. We guarantee to respond within two working days, although it is usually much quicker. We will phone you if there is an issue that cannot be dealt with by email.
  
  
• What equipment do I need?
  
  Access to a computer with internet facilities, Microsoft Word software (or equivalent), and an email account. Some of our students study in internet cafes and libraries if they do not have their own equipment.
  
  
• Do I need any skills or qualifications to enrol?
  
  The course is open to anybody, and is for beginners. No previous experience is necessary. But you will need a good grasp of English. Email us if you need to check whether the course is suitable for you.
  
  
• What qualifications will I get?
  
  The CTJT Diploma, which is accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.
  
  
• What is this qualification worth?
  
  The Diploma is widely recognised right across the media and beyond, mainly due to the large number of organisations where we have delivered training courses and have personal contacts. Check them out.
  
  
• What can I expect to do at the end of the course?
  
  Start a career as a freelance proofreader, or proofread more effectively in your existing job.
  
  
• What if I live abroad?
  
  We have students right across the world - see Studying Abroad.
  
  
• What if I am disabled?
  
  Not a problem - see Equal Opportunities.
  
  
• How many hours a week do I spend studying?
  
  It's entirely up to you. With home study, you work at your own pace. You can do extra work when things are quiet, and work more slowly, or take time out from the course if you are busy.
  
  
• Are there any time limits or deadlines?
  
  No.
  
  
• How much is the course?
  
  £110.
  
  
• How do I pay?
  
  See Payment Methods.
  
  
• Are instalments available?
  
  No.
  
  
• When can I start?
  
  Any time you like - straight away if you want to!
  
  
• Can I change courses once I start?
  
  Yes, no problem. We charge a small administration fee when you transfer.
  
  
• Is there careers guidance and support?
  
  Yes, you can email your tutor any time.
  
  
• Can I contact other students before enrolling?
  
  Yes, definitely - we encourage this. Email us if you would like us to put you in touch with them. We would prefer you to speak to them directly, rather than take our word for things.
  
  
• How do I enrol?
  
  You can enrol online clicking the Enrol Now button. There are several options available to you for payment.
  
  
• Do I have to sign anything?
  
  Yes, we ask you to accept our Student Learning Agreement. This is binding on you - and us, so we both know where we stand. Please read the SLA carefully before you enrol.
  
  
• What happens after I enrol?
  
  Once you have enrolled, we will contact you by email the same working day.
  
  If you pay using PayPal, they will email us once your payment has been processed. We will then enrol you as soon as possible - the same working day.
  
  We will send you your introductory course materials and first Module, using the email address you provided PayPal.
  
  Our offices are open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5.30pm GMT. If you enrol during evenings or weekends, we will be in touch as soon as we open again.
  
  

Further questions? Please email us