Program Overview

Professional Editing Standards Certificate

Overview

The Professional Editing Standards Certificate is a program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work to professional editorial standards. The certificate gives students access to dedicated, experienced professionals who are eager to share their knowledge.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Professional Editing Standards Certificate consists of five core courses, all of which are required for completion of the certificate.

• PROS200: Fundamentals of Editing Standards
  • Cost: CAN$ 450.00
  • Duration: 60 hours
  • Next offering: Winter 2026
  • Format: Online
• PROS201: Copyediting Standards
  • Cost: CAN$ 450.00
  • Duration: 60 hours
  • Next offering: Winter 2026
  • Format: Online
• PROS202: Copyediting Standards 2
  • Cost: CAN$ 450.00
  • Duration: 60 hours
  • Next offering: Winter 2026
  • Format: Online
• PROS203: Proofreading Standards
  • Cost: CAN$ 450.00
  • Duration: 60 hours
  • Next offering: Winter 2026
  • Format: Online
• PROS204: Structural Editing Standards
  • Cost: CAN$ 450.00
  • Duration: 60 hours
  • Next offering: Winter 2026
  • Format: Online

Program Structure

The courses are entirely asynchronous, allowing students to work at their own pace within a set timeline. Instructors provide feedback specific to each student, and the program is highly recommended for those looking to identify their strengths and gaps in editing skills.

Recognition

The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP) recognizes Queen's University Canada's courses as quality training that will count towards CIEP membership upgrade.