TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF)

PENNY HEAL - CIEP

Recent training. Mentoring scheme (proofreading) (CIEP) 2013/14, Proofreading problems (CIEP) 2013, Introduction to proofreading (CIEP) 2013, Basic proofreading – merit (Publishing Training Centre) 2012

LUCY NANKIVELL

Special interest in English literature, EFL and business. Extensive experience in: editing and rewriting non-native English; editing academic books, PhD dissertations and business documents; creating and editing EFL/ESL and educational materials; writing and editing web

content.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTE Kim Kimber | copy-editor and proofreader, working with indie authors and non-fiction writers. TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF)

PENNY HEAL - CIEP

Recent training. Mentoring scheme (proofreading) (CIEP) 2013/14, Proofreading problems (CIEP) 2013, Introduction to proofreading (CIEP) 2013, Basic proofreading – merit (Publishing Training Centre) 2012

LUCY NANKIVELL

Special interest in English literature, EFL and business. Extensive experience in: editing and rewriting non-native English; editing academic books, PhD dissertations and business documents; creating and editing EFL/ESL and educational materials; writing and editing web

content.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTE Kim Kimber | copy-editor and proofreader, working with indie authors and non-fiction writers.

QUALIFICATIONS

What was registration? It was a qualification for which you needed accreditation plus 500 hours of experience spread among two or more clients within the past three years. It showed that your competence and reliability had been assessed and endorsed by clients and/or employers. Registration was available in proofreading.

MEMBERSHIP - CIEP

Gain recognition for your skills and experience with progressive membership grades, from Entry Level to Advanced Professional. Get advice on finding work, and promote your business through our networks and Directory. Keep up to date with industry standards and CPD. Access free member-only support, discounts and resources, plus member rates

for

SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD ABOUT CIEP TRAINING COURSES About CIEP training courses. We provide training in the core skills of proofreading and copyediting, and in other aspects of the profession. Our courses are provided online, unless otherwise stated on the individual course page. Download our free advice sheet PDF by selecting the image.

TEST YOURSELF

Test yourself. Page owner: Professional standards director Anyone can be a proofreader, can't they? How hard can it be? All they do is find typos, don't they? See for yourself! If you're thinking of training to become a proofreader, or if you're just curious, here's a chance to see whether you would enjoy some of the things that editors and

proofreaders do.

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Can't log in? Register for online access. To access the members' area, you must register for online access. Register for members' area. Username and password COPYEDITING SUITE OF COURSES Copyediting 1: Introduction. This course is designed to help you to decide whether copyediting is for you. It is a fairly short course covering the basics of the skills needed and the terminology involved. If you have no experience of the publishing industry or editorial work in general, we recommend that you start here.

CODE OF PRACTICE

2.2 Types of work. 2.2.1 'editing' In this code, 'editing' embraces copyediting, proofreading and editorial project management. It is used as a general term for the range of work undertaken by members, in the context of printed or electronic publication. To avoid confusion, the term ' copyediting ' is reserved for the specific task of preparing PROOFREADING 1: INTRODUCTION The online course follows the syllabus as described in the screen below. Unit 1 introduces the types of errors a proofreader needs to look out for and how to get into the right frame of mind for spotting them. Unit 2 shows how proofreading can mean different things in different contexts and the importance of obtaining clear instructions

from

BASIC EDITORIAL TEST How many points do I get towards upgrading? Depending on your score, you will gain points for continuing professional development: 95–100% is worth 12 points. 90–94% is worth 11. 85–89% is worth 10. 80–84% is worth 9. 75–79% is worth 8. 0–74% does not gain

points.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF)

PENNY HEAL - CIEP

Recent training. Mentoring scheme (proofreading) (CIEP) 2013/14, Proofreading problems (CIEP) 2013, Introduction to proofreading (CIEP) 2013, Basic proofreading – merit (Publishing Training Centre) 2012

LUCY NANKIVELL

Special interest in English literature, EFL and business. Extensive experience in: editing and rewriting non-native English; editing academic books, PhD dissertations and business documents; creating and editing EFL/ESL and educational materials; writing and editing web

content.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTE Kim Kimber | copy-editor and proofreader, working with indie authors and non-fiction writers. TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF)

PENNY HEAL - CIEP

Recent training. Mentoring scheme (proofreading) (CIEP) 2013/14, Proofreading problems (CIEP) 2013, Introduction to proofreading (CIEP) 2013, Basic proofreading – merit (Publishing Training Centre) 2012

LUCY NANKIVELL

Special interest in English literature, EFL and business. Extensive experience in: editing and rewriting non-native English; editing academic books, PhD dissertations and business documents; creating and editing EFL/ESL and educational materials; writing and editing web

content.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTE Kim Kimber | copy-editor and proofreader, working with indie authors and non-fiction writers.

QUALIFICATIONS

What was registration? It was a qualification for which you needed accreditation plus 500 hours of experience spread among two or more clients within the past three years. It showed that your competence and reliability had been assessed and endorsed by clients and/or employers. Registration was available in proofreading.

MEMBERSHIP - CIEP

Gain recognition for your skills and experience with progressive membership grades, from Entry Level to Advanced Professional. Get advice on finding work, and promote your business through our networks and Directory. Keep up to date with industry standards and CPD. Access free member-only support, discounts and resources, plus member rates

for

SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD ABOUT CIEP TRAINING COURSES About CIEP training courses. We provide training in the core skills of proofreading and copyediting, and in other aspects of the profession. Our courses are provided online, unless otherwise stated on the individual course page. Download our free advice sheet PDF by selecting the image.

TEST YOURSELF

Test yourself. Page owner: Professional standards director Anyone can be a proofreader, can't they? How hard can it be? All they do is find typos, don't they? See for yourself! If you're thinking of training to become a proofreader, or if you're just curious, here's a chance to see whether you would enjoy some of the things that editors and

proofreaders do.

LOG IN - CIEP

Can't log in? Register for online access. To access the members' area, you must register for online access. Register for members' area. Username and password COPYEDITING SUITE OF COURSES Copyediting 1: Introduction. This course is designed to help you to decide whether copyediting is for you. It is a fairly short course covering the basics of the skills needed and the terminology involved. If you have no experience of the publishing industry or editorial work in general, we recommend that you start here.

CODE OF PRACTICE

2.2 Types of work. 2.2.1 'editing' In this code, 'editing' embraces copyediting, proofreading and editorial project management. It is used as a general term for the range of work undertaken by members, in the context of printed or electronic publication. To avoid confusion, the term ' copyediting ' is reserved for the specific task of preparing PROOFREADING 1: INTRODUCTION The online course follows the syllabus as described in the screen below. Unit 1 introduces the types of errors a proofreader needs to look out for and how to get into the right frame of mind for spotting them. Unit 2 shows how proofreading can mean different things in different contexts and the importance of obtaining clear instructions

from

BASIC EDITORIAL TEST How many points do I get towards upgrading? Depending on your score, you will gain points for continuing professional development: 95–100% is worth 12 points. 90–94% is worth 11. 85–89% is worth 10. 80–84% is worth 9. 75–79% is worth 8. 0–74% does not gain

points.

TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF) COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

CODE OF PRACTICE

2.2 Types of work. 2.2.1 'editing' In this code, 'editing' embraces copyediting, proofreading and editorial project management. It is used as a general term for the range of work undertaken by members, in the context of printed or electronic publication. To avoid confusion, the term ' copyediting ' is reserved for the specific task of preparing PROOFREADING 1: INTRODUCTION TRAINING | FREELANCERS | STANDARDS | CHARTERED INSTITUTEDIRECTORYTRAININGMEMBERSHIPSTANDARDSRESOURCESNETWORKING The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP), formerly the Society for Editors and Proofreaders (SfEP), is a non-profit body promoting excellence in English language editing. We set and demonstrate editorial standards, and we are a community, training hub and support network for editorial professionals – the people who work to make text accurate, clear and fit for purpose.

TESTS - CIEP

Tests. Page owner: Professional standards director You are strongly advised to read this page carefully before you take an editorial test. Note that the content of

FORUMS - CIEP

About CIEP forums. CIEP forums is the set of online discussion groups available exclusively to individual members of the CIEP. Created in 2012 as a successor to our email discussion lists, CIEP forums is where members discuss all aspects of working as an editor or

proofreader.

TEST YOURSELF

Challenge yourself to take our language quizzes. They're just for fun but you'll test your knowledge of grammar and current usage, and we'll explain what we think are the right answers. There's a new one every two months, so check back here when you want to SUGGESTED MINIMUM RATES Society of Indexers' suggested minimum from 31 December 2020. What the rates include. The rates assume freelance professionals running their own business and therefore include a factor to allow for costs that an employee does not have to pay but are paid for by their employer, such as holidays and sickness absence, National Insurance, pension provision, continuing professional development (CPD

EDITORIAL SYLLABUS

The mentoring and tests director has produced a syllabus on which the test (s) are based. It outlines what members of the CIEP can be expected to know or be aware of; it is not a textbook or a style guide. The syllabus is subject to revision, so informed comments and suggested additions will be welcome. Editorial syllabus (462KB PDF) COPYEDITING 1: INTRODUCTION Course description. This course demonstrates the basics of how to copyedit, both on hard copy using BSI symbols and on Word documents using Track Changes. It explains the differences between proofreading and copyediting, and gives information and exercises on how a copyeditor works on various types of text, including text with

illustrations.

CODE OF PRACTICE

2.2 Types of work. 2.2.1 'editing' In this code, 'editing' embraces copyediting, proofreading and editorial project management. It is used as a general term for the range of work undertaken by members, in the context of printed or electronic publication. To avoid confusion, the term ' copyediting ' is reserved for the specific task of preparing PROOFREADING 1: INTRODUCTION

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for

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What was registration? It was a qualification for which you needed accreditation plus 500 hours of experience spread among two or more clients within the past three years. It showed that your competence and reliability had been assessed and endorsed by clients and/or employers. Registration was available in proofreading.

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CIEP training. One of the major aims of the CIEP is to help editorial freelancers and in-house staff to improve and develop their skills. CIEP courses cater for the whole range of experience, from beginners to established editors who need to update and extend their existing

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proofreaders do.

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2.2 Types of work. 2.2.1 'editing' In this code, 'editing' embraces copyediting, proofreading and editorial project management. It is used as a general term for the range of work undertaken by members, in the context of printed or electronic publication. To avoid confusion, the term ' copyediting ' is reserved for the specific task of preparing SIX REASONS TO GO TO THE LONDON BOOK FAIR You could argue that the London Book Fair (like other international book fairs) is not aimed at freelance editors or proofreaders, and therefore it might seem a waste to take valuable time out of a busy schedule to attend. But here are some really good reasons to give it a go. If you’re interested in books (and of course not all editorial professionals these days are), it is one of the CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF EDITING AND PROOFREADING

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