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Advance Your Writing in Government

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    Write clearly using plain language and the active voice
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    Edit your writing to make sure it’s concise and focused
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    Structure and adapt your writing according to its audience and purpose

Overview

Off the shelf (OTS)

Whether you’re drafting emails or memos, articulating project plans, or penning policy briefs, the written word is key to working in government. Do your writing skills set you up for success?

Through this course you’ll learn essential principles to make your writing clearer and more concise, plus techniques and communication skills that will help you structure and adapt your work according to its aims and audience. By the end, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to produce confident, impactful writing that advances your work in government.

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Delivery method
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Virtual

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Digital

Course duration
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6.75 hours

Competency level
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Working

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Delivery method
  • Virtual icon

    Virtual

  • Digital icon

    Digital

Course duration
Duration icon

6.75 hours

Competency level
  • Working icon

    Working