Writing skills for the public sector

Short course

In Brighton

£ 201-500

Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    1 Day

Everyone knows the damage that badly written letters, reports and proposals can do. Time and money are wasted, and an organisation's good reputation can be seriously compromised. Even simple emails, if not written effectively, can do more harm than good. This course helps you to get right to the root of the problem, and to make long-lasting changes. Suitable for: We've all heard stories about badly worded forms, reports and letters causing confusion, wasting money and damaging reputations. If this is a trap you want to avoid, this course is for you.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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130 Queen'S Rd, BN1 3WB

Start date

On request

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Reviews

Course programme



What people say

"Feedback has been universally positive. I would happily recommend you to anyone." Sarah Brooks, Ministry of Justice"

"Covered a wide range of useful topics. Easy to follow and encouraged participation. Extremely useful for the team." Dee Mapp, Home Office

"Excellent content, very well presented. Gives me confidence to improve my writing." Jon Knight, Environment Agency

Learning outcomes

On this one-day course you'll learn how to:

  • plan what you're going to say
  • focus on your reader's needs before you write
  • use an appropriate structure and style
  • construct sound, clear sentences
  • write confidently and clearly
  • avoid jargon and waffle
  • use punctuation properly.


Special features include:

  • pre-course writing analysis to identify the areas you need to work on
  • small group training to ensure you get individual attention.

Additional information

Payment options: All prices include: - a pre-course writing sample analysis - one day's training - a comprehensive course manual - access to our Writing advice forum - bi-monthly bookmark reminders of key learning points from the day.
Students per class: 8

Writing skills for the public sector

£ 201-500