Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing
- Course Code
- 22203VIC
- Course Type
- Accredited Course
- Course Level
- Skills Building
- Course Location
- Online
- Course Duration
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Full Time: 1 yearPart Time: 2 years
- Course Cost
- For an individual quotation of fees payable, please visit your nearest campus of GippsTAFE. Click Here for further information regarding Fees and Charges.
- Downloads
- 2013 PWE Course Description (pdf)
- Study Modes
- Online; Full time; Part Time (Day)
- Starting Date
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Full Time:
- February 2013
Part Time:- February 2013
- Enquiries
-
Barbara Vaughan
Mobile: 0412 027 854
Phone: (03) 5127 0235
Fax: 1300 094 661
Email: barbarava@gippstafe.edu.au
Post: PO Box 3279, GMC 3841Apply directly to the Institute via the online enrolment form.
Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing provides training in creative and vocational writing and industry-standard copyediting and proofreading.
It is a great option for would-be writers who need a more disciplined environment to get started, and who would benefit from interacting with like-minded people. The course is an excellent pathway to employment and tertiary study in writing, journalism and copyediting.
You can read our full course description by downloading our 2013 Course Description Information Book.
Qualifications And Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing.Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Employment Prospects
- Creative Writer
- Design and Production Trainee
- Editing and Proofreading Assistant/Trainee
- Freelance Writer
- Journalist Trainee
- Publicity Assistant
- Publishing Assistant
- Marketing and Public Relations Assistant
Entry Requirements
There are no minimum entry requirements but we do ask candidates to submit a 300-word piece of prose with their application.
How To Apply
Direct to InstituteAssessment
This course uses a range of assessments, including written work, portfolios, online presentations, research projects and multiple choice tests.
Opportunities For Further Study
Can prospective students enrol in individual units?
Yes.Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| Core Units | |
| Computer Skills | |
| BSBITU303A | Design and Produce Text Documents |
| Elements of Fiction | |
| VU20881 | Write Fiction Material |
| Elements of Non-Fiction | |
| VU20882 | Write Non-Fiction Material |
| Industry Knowledge | |
| BSBIPR401A | Use and Respect Copyright |
| CUAIND301A | Work Effectively in the Creative Arts Industry |
| Introduction to Writing and Editing | |
| VU20880 | Develop Writing and Editing Skills |
| Electives | |
| Children’s Writing | |
| VU20886 | Write for Young Children |
| Corporate Writing | |
| BSBPUB403A | Develop Public Relations Documents |
| Editing and Production | |
| BSBITU306A | Design and Produce Business Documents |
| Feature Writing | |
| VU20888 | Write Journalism |
| Life Writing | |
| VU20889 | Write Creative Non-Fiction Material |
| Literature for Writers | |
| CUVRES401A | Research History and Theory to Inform Own Arts Practice |
| Poetry | |
| VU20885 | Write Poetry |
| Short Fiction | |
| VU20883 | Write Short Narratives |