The Skilled Proofreader

Proofreading: correcting errors and perfecting text. Join the remote work revolution with our gold-standard online proofreading course.

Develop professional proofreading skills and be introduced to copy-editing in our course.

The Skilled Proofreader

Developed by a team of professional writers, editors, and proofreaders, The Skilled Proofreader is an interactive gold-standard course of 10 modules that equips you with comprehensive knowledge and skills to become a global proofreader.

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$260

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“I completed The Skilled Proofreader course and learnt so much. It trained my eye to read for grammar and language accuracy. It was great to be able to practise what I learnt so thoroughly. It’s a really good course, well put together, and covers everything you need to know. I strongly recommend anyone who wants to get into the proofreading business to do this course.”

– Carla, Cape Town

“I got a lot out of the WordWise course. There was a lot of application and practice. It gave me actual tools, skills, and the confidence to be a proofreader.”

– Hannah, United Kingdom

“Having been involved in the technology build of this course , I can confidently say that the WordWise team is exceptional. Their knowledge and experience is enormous and relevant. The course takes you on a learning journey that builds a thorough understanding and comprehension of the content so that you can proofread in real-world situations effectively and professionally.”

– Aleks Tasic, Technology and Education BNTdigital

“Being a complete beginner and having no knowledge of the publishing industry at all, I was a bit apprehensive about doing this course. But I’m so glad I did! The explanations were simple and easy to understand, and I really liked the style of writing. I’m now freelancing as a proofreader.”

– Andile, South Africa

A Proofreader’s Top Tips to Become an Ace Speller

Lindsay Norman 2023-09-03

Here’s a fact: proofreaders are really good at spelling. But the interesting thing about spelling is that it’s not always

Error-free Content – The Benefits of Professional Proofreading Services

Lindsay Norman 2023-08-15

Professional proofreaders are trained and experienced in picking up details that most people don’t see until they are in the published version. Apart from checking and correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting, professional proofreaders are very much like detectives as they hunt down inconsistencies and tiny details with patience, tenacity, and a critical eye.

Sensitivity Proofreading – Identifying Loaded Language

Barbara Hutton 2023-07-28

A skilled proofreader goes the extra mile to work with a text mindfully, being constantly aware and alert to words, language, or a tone or voice that could trigger sensitivity, judgement, or be offensive. It is about identifying language that may be outdated or nuanced with controversial undertones that could be biased, unfair, and harmful.

Testimonials

“I LOVED everything about this course! The platform was so intuitive and easy to use. For me, the best part was that there were so many opportunities to apply what I learnt.”

– Judy, Western Australia

– Sara, United Kingdom

“This course changed my life and opened my eyes to new opportunities that I never realized existed. Just one of the things that impressed me about the course (amongst other things) was the attention to detail and depth of knowledge and experience I gained.”

– Kelly, USA

The Skilled Proofreader