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The course was useful on two fronts. First, it should approve my writing as I work at applying the lessons until they are integrated into my technique. Second and possibly more important, the course provides insight into to technical writing that will make accepting criticism less stressful. The stress comes from not understanding where all the red came from it is not a matter personal preference, but accepted standards.
-- Keith M. Groth, CIH, CSP, Industrial Hygiene Program Manager, IHI Environmental
First, I would like to thank you so much for such an interesting course and for answering all my questions whether they were assignment related or off-topic. I enjoyed so much learning and interacting with you. I did learn a lot during the last 6 weeks. The course was so interactive and I so enjoyed all the dialogues we had on each assignment. I also liked the idea of resubmitting assignments as it gave me a chance to spend more time thinking on my assignment and amending my solution.
-- Engineer, Canada
I thought the online [technical] writing course was very well-designed and gave me new insights into the entire writing process. It enabled me to present my ideas for proposals with a better focus and I was able to capture new ideas for a larger audience base.
-- Technical Writer, US Army
This has been a very rewarding course for me. I learned a lot. I will greatly benefit in writing technical papers or reports what I learned from your course.
-- Lead Economics and Business Analyst, MITRE
While taking the online course, I began editing some of our workplace documents to better reflect the concepts taught in the course. A letter that I edited, based on the concepts taught in your class, is going through its final phase of edits by management.
-- Hydrologist, Bureau of Reclamation
I have really enjoyed and benefited greatly from your course. Your feedback has been very prompt and always useful. My wife and I are starting a documentation business here in Ireland, after having worked in the areas of Medical Device and Pharmaceutical for many years, and I am inspired by the quality of your website and training offerings. It's really great to see these courses on offer.
-- Damien Sherlock, Quality Documentation, Galway, Ireland
It has been pleasure taking this online course from Hurley Write. Your effective and positive feedback has made this a very enjoyable experience. I've learned so much in a very short period of time.
-- Paula Thompson, Technical Writer
Thank you for the course. I am able to apply much of it to what I currently do at work. LOSE THE FLUFF is my new motto
—Mary Koschene, Taxslayer
Thanks for your feedback and all the help you have provided during the course of the training. This training has definitely helped me write better.—Ankita Mishra, Associate Engineer, Research and Development
-- Neurosurgery, Integra.
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Online Technical Writing 

Clear, effective technical documents are crucial for every organization! Our interactive online courses will help you develop strategies to plan, write, and revise technical documents quickly and easily! Contact us for more information!

In this six-week course, you'll be introduced to various technical writing concepts that will result in the ability to write clearer and more effective technical documents, be it a user manual, a technical or engineering report, or other technical document. Our technical writing modules include

Benefits
  • Proven strategies to plan and write the technical document
  • Effective methods to engage your reader and stay on point
  • Useful techniques to write more concisely and precisely
  • Easy to incorporate approaches to organize to meet readers’ needs and help you achieve your goals 
  • Valuable tips for writing the various sections of a technical report
  • Written feedback on work
  • Knowledge checks at the end of every chapter
  • Practical, useful editing and proofreading strategies
  • Self-paced, accessible from any computer 24/7
  • Voiced lectures
  • A personal editor (feedback option)
  • Interactive modules with links to resources
  • Knowledge checks
  • Job/Writing Aid (pdf)
  • Concepts explained/resources supplement (pdf)
  • Weekly writing options (pdf)
  • Written feedback on submitted writing
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Weekly chats (feedback option)

Topics

  • Module 1: Developing a Writing Strategy
    • The importance of audience and purpose analysis
    • The importance of developing a writing strategy
    • Presenting a positive image through writing
    • Ensuring readability
  • Module 2: Organizational Strategies
    • Understanding the importance of good organization
    • Creating outlines and more
    • Exploring the vast universe of organization; or organizing sentences, paragraphs, and documents
    • Types of organizational strategies
  • Module 3: Using Language Effectively
    • Being precise and concise
    • Using appropriate emphasis
    • Avoiding wordiness
    • Avoiding language "traps"
    • Making your writing more emphatic and readable
  • Module 4: Constructing Effective Sentences and
                     Paragraphs
    • Emphasizing appropriately
    • Understanding how readers read
    • Using longer and shorter paragraphs
    • Understanding appropriate sentence structure
  • Module 5: Writing the Technical Report
    • Writing the body of the technical report
    • Understanding the components of the technical report
    • Creating the appropriate argument
    • Ensuring that the report is readable and usable
  • Module 6: Editing and Proofreading Strategies
    • When to edit and when to proofread
    • Becoming your own best editor
    • What to look for in editing
    • Developing practical editing and proofreading techniques

Need more info? Contact us to receive a PDF that outlines objectives and concepts covered in the course!

For more information, email or call us toll-free at 877-24WRITE (249-7483).

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Three Exciting New Pricing Options for our
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Choose the option that works best for you:

Option 1: Independent Study/Quick Study - $404.25 See Details
  • Our lowest-priced option
  • Access to each module for one week
  • Access to downloadable supplements, writing aids, and writing options
  • No feedback on written work
Option 2: Expert Guide - $539.00 See Details
  • Our mid-priced option
  • Access to each module for two weeks
  • Access to downloadable supplements, writing aids, and writing options
  • Personal editor and personalized, substantive feedback on writing submissions
  • View new modules at your convenience.
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Option 3: Pace Yourself - $599.00 See Details
  • Our most flexible option
  • Access to all modules at once for a total of three months
  • You view the modules when you’re ready
  • Review the modules in any order you choose — all at once or one at a time — and review past modules any time
  • Access to downloadable supplements, writing aids, and writing options
  • Professional editor and personalized, substantive feedback on writing submissions
  • Weekly video chat with your editor