Writing Courses Online

Learn to write the right way! Our online writing courses are for anyone who just wants to write for themselves, aspiring novelists and biographers and anyone who wants to write professional blogging, freelancing or scriptwriting. Learn to write in 100 hours or in as little as 20 hours. Choose from children’s writing, scriptwriting, blogging, freelance writing, dramatic (novel) writing and more.

Location: Online
Duration: 100 – 400 hours
Certificate: Printed
Device: Any

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Creative Writing Online Course

This course is ideal for anyone who loves to write and wants to improve their skills and ability. Gain tools to help you write for different genres and gain an introduction to writing books, for newspapers, non-fiction and fiction. suitable for students who want to write but are not sure what to write those who […]

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Write Your First Novel Online Course

Throughout the course, you will learn key elements to writing fiction such as: Creating believable characters Developing plots that will keep your readers reading Creating a strong sense of place Writing believable dialogue Structuring a novel or short story; and Getting your book out into the world Detailed Course Outline This course is made up […]

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Editing A (Introduction) Online Course

Online Editing Course – Gain an solid foundation in Editing & Proofing Editing and proofing are essential skills for anyone involved in writing or publishing, both skills are covered in this editing course. What is Editing? Or what is not Editing might be easier to say! Proofing involves checking for spelling, poor punctuation and any […]

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Short Course on Improving Your English Grammar

Good grammar is essential regardless of your industry. Learn to improve your written communication skills in this online short course. We all use language in some form and we combine words to effectively communicate with others, both in the written and spoken forms. This course will help to improve the way you communicate in English, […]

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ESL Writing Fundamentals Online Course

This course will develop your knowledge of English grammar and your ability to write in English for business and study. The course is aimed at students who can write and speak basic English and wish to strengthen their English language skills, particularly their writing skills. Students will learn by reading the course notes, completing written […]

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Become a Professional Editor (Short Course)

Welcome to our course on professional editing! You’re likely here because you have an interest in entering this field, and we applaud you for your interest. The opportunities for editing are massive, so you’re in the right place to launch an exciting editing career. Editing and Proofing can be summarised as: EDITING: To prepare material […]

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Short Course in Creative Writing Basics

This short online course in creative writing will help you get started with creative writing techniques, tips and tricks you need along the way to get a career going, build you understanding of different genres and literary devices and much more! Many of us harbour a fantasy about being a creative writer, but what do […]

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Writing Fiction Online Course

Fiction is writing that encompasses imaginary yet believable characters, events, and environments, but can also include real places and events. A good fiction writer can skillfully weave fantasy and reality, or create a world that is wholly imagined yet feels real. If you want to write fiction, this is the course for you. Always dreamed of writing […]

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Technical Writing Course Online

This technical writing course will prepare you to write in a way that is accurate, precise and containing practical information. In technical writing the content is ordered, procedural and presented with the intention of educating or training the reader in a process or procedure.

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Copywriting Online Course

Copywriting online course – skills can enhance clarity, conciseness in your writing and help persuade your audience. Knowing what to say, how much to say and the tone in which you should say it is often a skill that requires practice. This copywriting online course covers a range of business and marketing communications to assist […]

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Script Writing Course Online

Learn to Write Scripts Professionally Scripts are essential across a wide range of mediums including films, instructional design, advertising, radio, TV and more. If you enjoy writing across different media this is a great course to start as a professional script writer. This course will teach you how to write for different media, how to […]

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Life Writing Course (Write Your Biography) Online Course

Learn to Write Biographies A biography is the story of someone’s life and can either extend for their whole life or just a specific period. This course will give you the skills you need to write biographies and will answer your questions such as how to research for writing a biography, how do I plan […]

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Editing B Online Course

This is the course for you if you are wishing to: Become a skilled Editor or Proof Reader Sharpen your skills in editing Seek employment in publishing, marketing or start your own Proof Reading business Start any time and study at your own pace. Course Aims: Review the current state of editing, determining its scope, […]

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Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Writing Course Online

Learn to write horror, science fiction and fantasy in this unique self-paced online course. These genre’s are central to our society, our myths and our storytelling, consider some of our most popular books and movies such as Lord of the Rings, Star Wars and The Walking Dead. Horror allows us to feel fear, fantasy allows […]

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Efficient Writing Online Course

All writing should be clearly understood by the reader If you’re dashing off a quick email to your workmates or preparing a complex business report, your writing must clear, concise, and correctly spelt and structured. During this course you will learn the fundamentals of correct and efficient writing. For those who wish to brush up […]

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Dramatic Writing Online Course

Learn to write drama, and stimulate the readers emotions Learn more about the mechanics of writing Develop your capacity to communicate more clearly and effectively Explore opportunities to turn your passion into a rewarding job Do you have story ideas but don’t know where to start? Do you want to create plots that are engaging and […]

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Freelance Writing Online Course

Freelance writing can be a highly satisfying and rewarding way to earn money, either as a part time or full time career. To be successful at Freelance Writing, you need good writing skills of course ….but also, saleable ideas, patience, persistence and an ability to meet obligations and deadlines. Learn how to write what publishers want Improve your […]

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Children’s Writing Online Course

Writing for children is one of the most challenging disciplines an author can choose. Learn to write for the most imaginative and creative audience that you will ever face. Gain skills in writing fiction and non fiction for children, improve your understanding of children and their development, improve your writing skills and learn from an experienced author. Course Aims: […]

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Freelance Writing (Advanced) Online Course

Do you want to be published? Learn to write like a professional! Learn about the key elements of different genres of writing. Improve your writing technique. Develop a more efficient approach to your work. This is an ideal course to follow ‘Freelance Writing’. It is for people who have existing skills in Freelance Writing, but […]

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Publishing C (Business Practices) Online Course

Publishers are continually needing to consider: “What to publish?” Some establish a limited repertoire of publication activities, focusing on academic books, novels, westerns, romance novels, text and educational books, informative or self-help books or material on specific topics such as health and wellbeing, ostrich farming etc., fashion or gardening magazines, music scores etc. Other publishers […]

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Publishing B Online Course

Know how the industry works, the creative and artistic skills of the trade, how to market your work and develop an understanding of the ethical issues and laws relating to the field. You will also come up with an opportunity to undertake a stimulating publishing project and implement the skills you have learned. This course offers […]

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Editing Practice Online Course

Under the guidance of a mentor (a writing/editing tutor), you will learn to edit according to specific criteria, deal with a publisher, and communicate effectively with others involved in the publishing process. This module gives you hands-on experience in copy editing an online publication. You will work with a tutor (member of our academic staff) […]

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Publishing A (Introduction) Online Course

Learn how the industry works, Learn the creative and artistic skills of the trade Learn how to market your work Develop an understanding of the ethical issues and laws relating to the field. Use this course as a step toward self publishing, furthering your opportunities working for publishers, or starting your own business. You will also […]

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Photojournalism Practice A (Introduction) BPH302 Online Course

Photojournalism is a particular form of journalism (the collecting, editing, and presenting of news material for publication or broadcast) that creates and collects images in order to tell a news story. In this online course you will learn how to deal with ethical dilemmas, generate your own ideas for photo stories, select photos for a specific publication, submit work […]

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At Careerline Courses, we have writing courses that will help you find your footing in the writing industry. Whether newbie, intermediate, or expert, our online writing courses are sufficient to help you kick start your career as a writer.

We offer more than 20 writing and editing courses all online. You don’t have to leave your house, you don’t have to schedule time for the classroom, and you learn at your own pace. What’s more, our writing online courses are available 24/7.

Benefits of studying writing:

Additional source of income
Writing makes you feel good
Writing helps you think
It helps clear your mind
Improves your imagination

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