If you love helping academic writers develop theses, polish articles, and plan their own career paths, these webinars and self-paced courses will show you how to turn that into a profession. Purchase them all together and save 10% on the list price—and yes, if you're an EFA member, you also get the 20% member discount! 

Introduction to Academic Developmental Editing (recorded webinar)

This 90-minute webinar provides a comprehensive overview of what’s involved in offering developmental editing services to academic writers. Whether or not you have previous academic training or a PhD, you’ll come to understand the academic publishing process and how freelance developmental editors can play a major role. The session will cover the components of an effective developmental editing job from start to finish, giving you the tools to serve academic authors with confidence. You’ll learn the four pillars of scholarly writing and how to support academics in meeting their personal and professional goals.

Mastering the Minutiae of Citing and Referencing (recorded webinar)

This webinar improves your efficiency by drawing your attention to the minutiae of reference formatting and pinpointing the differences between seemingly identical styles. In just 60 minutes, you'll learn how to deconstruct a given system of referencing by breaking it down into four key aspects. If you are a new copyeditor, an experienced editor who's unfamiliar with citations and references, or seeking to add humanities work to sciences work or vice versa, this webinar is for you. Once you watch it, you will no longer find references intimidating.  

Coaching Academic Writers (self-paced course)

This self-paced course is your opportunity to envision your own coaching practice and further develop your listening and guiding capabilities. You’ll learn to apply these skills in four focus areas, give written feedback, set ethical boundaries, and run your coaching business. A variety of exercises will prompt you to practice your skills, reflect on your values and strengths, and develop your knowledge and confidence. We recommend watching "Introduction to Coaching Academic Writers" first (it's free for EFA members).

Academic Copyediting (self-paced course)

Academic copyeditors play a pivotal role in the precise dissemination of scientific research, bridging the gap between complex findings and their intended audience, whether fellow scholars or the wider community. This eight-module self-paced course is a comprehensive introduction to academic copyediting and the skills necessary to become an effective editor in the academic field. Find out how you can get started in this challenging and rewarding field and discover the pathway to a fulfilling and potentially lucrative career.