The Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (CIEP)

Proofreading is about much more than spotting typos.

Professional proofreaders check consistency, formatting, accuracy and the details that make writing ready for publication.

This National Proofreading Day, explore our core proofreading courses:
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Promotional graphic for a CIEP virtual learning course titled ‘Communication for Editorial Professionals: Using Neuroscience to Improve Clarity and Impact’. The image shows Deborah Hulme smiling on the right. Text reads: ‘Led by Deborah Hulme, Founder, Minerva Inspires. Expert in neuroscience-informed communication and human-centred change.’ Course details: virtual learning course on 23 and 30 June 2026, 10.00–11.30am BST. Pricing: Members £215, Non-members £360, Corporates £250, all plus VAT. The Minerva Inspires logo and the CIEP logo with website www.ciep.uk appear at the bottom.

Why do some edits land well while others trigger resistance?
This course explores how neuroscience can help editors deliver feedback that’s heard – not defended.

Led by Deborah Hulme, founder of Minerva Inspires, specialist in neuroscience-informed communication: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Social graphic promoting a CIEP feature titled “What happens when the editor becomes the client?”. The image includes a portrait of CIEP member Catriona Turner alongside text explaining that she shares what she learned while writing and publishing her memoir and experiencing editorial feedback from the other side of the desk. The CIEP logo and website address appear at the bottom.

What happens when the editor becomes the client?

CIEP member Catriona Turner reflects on writing and publishing her memoir and what the experience taught her about trust, feedback and the author-editor relationship.

Read the full interview: www.ciep.uk/resource/whe...

Romance fiction is one of the fastest-growing genres – and editing it takes real skill.

Our Editing Romance Fiction course explores reader expectations, tropes, pacing and emotional tension, helping you edit the genre with confidence.

📅 9–30 April 2026
Book: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Maroon Chartered Week 2026 graphic with headline: 'Public trust depends on professional standards.' Text states that standards are upheld through human judgement, ethics and accountability. It explains that as the UK’s only chartered body for editors and proofreaders, CIEP stands with the chartered community in strengthening trust in information the public relies on. Includes illustration of an editor working at a desk, CIEP logo, website URL and Chartered Week badge. Chartered Week runs from twenty-third to twenty-seventh February 2026.

Chartered Week 2026 highlights the importance of trust in professionals.

As AI expands, human judgement, ethics and accountability matter more than ever. Editorial professionals help ensure the information we rely on is accurate and accessible.

Read more: lnkd.in/gVjrgp8h

Large group of editorial professionals seated at a conference session, listening and talking with one another. Overlaid text reads “Progress with purpose” and “Different journeys. Different ambitions. One shared professional home.” CIEP logo and website address shown at the bottom.

Progress is strongest when it’s grounded in standards and supported by others who understand your work.

As the UK’s only chartered body for editors and proofreaders, CIEP supports your development through training, CPD, our Competency Framework and community.

See how: www.ciep.uk/learn-and-de...

Promotional graphic announcing 'Introducing CIEP Roundtables.' Text reads: 'A new space for professional dialogue shaping editorial practice. Sharing expertise. Shaping the future.' Includes the CIEP Roundtables circular seal and the website www.ciep.uk.

Introducing CIEP Roundtables – a new member-led space for structured professional dialogue.

This isn’t a webinar or training session. It’s experienced editorial pros shaping the future of the profession.

First session: 24 February, 2pm – 3.30pm GMT.

Find out more: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Open book on a wooden table with bowls of dried ingredients in the foreground. Overlaid text reads: 'Did you know? Editorial professionals work wherever words are used. From cookbooks and clinical research reports to novels, marketing campaigns and audio work – bringing creativity, clarity and direction to every stage of communication.' CIEP logo and website shown.

Did you know that editorial professionals work wherever words are used? From novels and research to marketing and audio, they bring creativity, clarity and careful judgement to every stage of communication.

Find an experienced editor or proofreader in our Directory: www.ciep.uk/directory.html

Promotional graphic for a CIEP webinar. Text reads: ‘Professional clarity builds client trust. Having clear policies does more for your business than you might think.’ Webinar: Policy Foundations for Editorial Professionals, 19 February 2026, 2pm–3pm GMT, presented by Louise Harnby. Includes a handshake and shield icon and the CIEP logo.

Webinar: Policy Foundations for Editorial Professionals. Clear policies do more for your business than you might think.

Louise Harnby explores how strong policies build trust, signal professionalism and save time.

Free for CIEP members – non-members £20 + VAT: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

CIEP Meet our members graphic featuring editor and translator Jill Cucchi, with a bookshelf background and her portrait, highlighting her career from archaeology to editing and translation.

Meet our members, featuring: Jill Cucchi. From archaeology and museum education to editing and translation, Jill’s career is shaped by curiosity and care. She shares how moving to France sparked change, the range of her work, and why community matters: www.ciep.uk/resource/mee...

Introversion isn’t a barrier in editorial work.

CIEP members share how they use it as a professional strength, with insights that will resonate with many editors, whether or not they identify as introverts.

Read the full article: www.ciep.uk/resource/usi...

Editing efficiently isn’t about rushing. It’s about making smart choices.

Our virtual learning course: Efficient Editing: Strategies and Tactics helps experienced editors refine their process, work with confidence & deliver quality within real-world constraints.
Book: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Editors & proofreaders play complementary roles in producing clear, credible writing. Editors shape meaning & structure; proofreaders safeguard accuracy at the final stage.

As the only chartered body for the editorial profession, we uphold the standards behind both. www.ciep.uk/resource/abo...

Join a community that understands your work. 💫

The CIEP brings editors and proofreaders together across the profession. As the UK’s only chartered body for editing and proofreading, we offer a professional home to share knowledge, uphold standards and connect.
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Virtual learning: Proofreading 1: Introduction.
Build a strong foundation in proofreading with four live online sessions. Ideal if you’re new, self-taught, or proofreading as part of your role. Learn core skills, UK conventions, and where proofreading fits in publishing: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

💫 Escape Blue Monday: why words can take us places.

Escapism doesn’t have to involve a suitcase. Travel writing offers a different kind of escape – through words, craft and careful editing.

We spoke to three CIEP travel editors about what makes it work: www.ciep.uk/resource/tra...

The role and purpose of the editorial profession What editorial professionals do, why accuracy and clarity matter, and how editorial standards support quality writing.

Want to understand what editorial professionals actually do?

Our latest fact sheet, The role and purpose of the editorial profession, explains how editorial pros help to make texts clear, accurate & fit for their intended audience: www.ciep.uk/resource/the...

Editing efficiently isn’t about rushing. It’s about making smart choices.
Our virtual learning course: Efficient Editing: Strategies and Tactics helps experienced editors refine their process, work with confidence & deliver quality within real-world constraints.
Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Planning your CPD doesn’t have to be a solo task. We run interactive online member sessions to help you reflect, set goals & plan with confidence with your peers.

Join us on 15 Jan for our webinar: Planning your CPD for 2026 & turn ideas into a clear, motivating plan. www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Webinar: Art of the Query
Knowing when to query and how to ask well is a core editorial skill. Join this webinar to build confidence in querying, improve editorial judgement, and strengthen communication with authors and clients.

📅 29 Jan 2026 | 🕒 3pm – 4pm GMT
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Did you know? The CIEP holds a Royal Charter – a mark of excellence, expertise & integrity.

Chartership recognises us as the authority on editorial standards & signals quality & best practice.

Everything we do is grounded in high standards you can trust. Find out more: www.ciep.uk/learn-and-de...

Editing Romance Fiction virtual learning course

❤️ Romance fiction is booming, making it a great genre for editors looking to diversify.

Learn how to edit romance with confidence on our Editing Romance Fiction virtual learning course.

📅 Starts 22 January 2026 | Online
🔗 Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

💫 NEW course: Coaching Authors in Practice.
For editors who already coach (or have completed Coaching Skills for Fiction Authors) & want to apply their skills confidently in real-world practice.

📆 11, 18, 25 March & 1 April 2026
🕙 10am – 11.30am GMT | Online
🔗 Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

World Introvert Day 💫
Introversion isn’t a barrier in editorial work. For many editorial professionals, it’s a strength shaping focus, communication and connection.

We’ve shared a snapshot of CIEP members’ experiences, with a full article coming soon.

Webinar: Planning your CPD for 2026

Planning your CPD for 2026.
Looking ahead to the new year? Join this interactive online webinar to reflect, set clear goals and turn ideas into a practical CPD plan for 2026.
📅 15 Jan | 🕑 2pm – 3pm GMT
🔗 Book now: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Our new fact sheet, The role and purpose of the editorial profession, explores how editors and proofreaders work alongside writers to make writing clear, readable and fit for its audience – across books, digital content, marketing and more: www.ciep.uk/resource/the...

Looking back on 2025, these comments reflect just some of the feedback our tutors received across CIEP courses & events. We’re proud to work with experienced editorial pros who share real-world insight & support learners at every stage.
Explore our 2026 courses & events:
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Fiction or creative non-fiction editor looking to diversify your services?
This 4-session live course explores coaching skills for editors, from understanding what coaching is to running sessions and fitting it into your business.

📅 3, 10, 17 & 24 Feb 2026
🎙️ Aimee Walker
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Looking back on 2025, these comments reflect feedback from across our courses and events. We’re proud to support editorial professionals at every stage, helping them build skills, confidence and new ways to diversify their work.

Explore our 2026 courses and events: www.ciep.uk/events/event...

Ready to move beyond copyediting?
Our Non-Fiction Developmental Editing virtual learning course shows you how to shape structure, strengthen arguments and support authors at a big-picture level.
21 Jan – 11 Feb 2026 | Online | Book: www.ciep.uk/events/event...