On Aug. 19, 2026, we hosted a #StetChat about editorial certificates and courses.
Editing courses are in-person or online classes that teach one specific topic, such as line editing fantasy novels or copyediting cookbooks, offered by editing organizations like ACES and EFA or individual instructors.
An editorial certificate is NOT the same as a certification. L. Elizabeth Parker breaks down the difference in a blog post:
- Earning a certificate means that you have successfully completed a curriculum of courses, such as the University of Chicago’s or UC San Diego‘s editing certificate programs.
- Earning a certification means that an organization of professional editors—such as Editors Canada—has verified your academic and professional background and is publicly vouching for your competence as an editor.
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We always recommend joining #StetChat live when you can, but that’s not always realistic for everyone. Or maybe you joined us live, but the chat moved so fast that you didn’t see all the questions and insights from fellow editors. We want to make it easy for you to peek into the conversation after the #StetChat is over.
In this blog post, we’ve rounded up the questions we posed and some of the best answers from our #StetChat about editorial certificates and courses.
There were too many answers to include them all! And some people’s privacy settings mean we can’t link to their posts because their posts are only visible to logged-in users.
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#StetChat Editorial Certificates and Courses Recap
Introductions
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#StetChatters, please introduce yourself. Remember to use the hashtag #StetChat for all your answers today.And remember, if you miss a question, you can see all the questions under the Media tab on our profile.
— #StetChat (@stetchat.com) 2026-08-19T20:00:58.661Z
Q1. When or why should editors take a course on something editing-related? What do certificate programs or courses offer that on-the-job training or teaching yourself don’t offer?
I take courses and keep learning constantly! Language and literary expectations are always changing. Editorial organizations have good courses that teach you what you often don’t know you don’t know. I also enjoy taking courses that aren’t “officially” for editors but deal with storytelling.
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:12:51.731Z
A1. Sometimes I really want an instructor who can guide me and show me how to do something rather than trying to figure it out myself. Having an instructor and other folks in the course can also be a great avenue for asking questions. #StetChat
— meganstolzrogers.bsky.social (@meganstolzrogers.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:13:59.582Z
A1b. I didn't get started in editing via a certificate (I learned on the job), but I've considered taking specialized courses to help learn a new skill, like macros. #stetchat
— meganstolzrogers.bsky.social (@meganstolzrogers.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:14:41.479Z
A1. On-the-job can be limited by the workday and the folks who are in the office.A course joins the learner with experts who are there to teach.Oops. Popped out of the cool kids corner.#StetChat
— Rhiannon (@rhiannonroot.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:08:56.534Z
#StetChat A11) If you can afford it (some are more expensive than others)2) When you're starting out or switching careers for more training, experience & credibility. 3) Every few years to maintain skills and stay up to date in the industry
— Steph 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ (@ottersediting.com) 2026-08-19T20:09:13.565Z
A1: Courses can offer accountability and community in a way that self-directed study doesn't, even if you have a study group. Paid courses also up the stakes since you have more than time invested. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:11:03.241Z
A1 pt 1. Whenever I see chatter online from people who want to break into the industry (/get paid for their work), I think the first step to putting yourself out there as a professional is to get training to know (/learn) what you’re doing. [cont.] #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:10:49.383Z
A1 part 2. On-the-job/in-house training is also great (but something many solopreneur freelancers don’t often have access to). The main benefit of being in a course or certificate is that you can just be fully in a space of “Novice” to try and fail and practice —and learn from peers too. [cont.]
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:11:32.127Z
A1 part 3. Plus, with a course, you get *support* that learning on the job often doesn't provide, so it's still beneficial all around. There’s so much that you don’t know that you don’t know until you dive in, especially if you’re coming in from another career path outside of publishing. #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:12:38.272Z
A1: I started my editorial certificate program at UChicago when I wanted to transition from in-house content marketing editing to freelance book editing. I had editorial skills, but didn't know CMOS or how to edit a ~book~, and the certificate courses taught me how! #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:08:34.610Z
A1: I've also taken courses when I want to learn a new type of editing or offer a new service to clients.Example: I took an EFA course about editing query letter editing when I wanted to start offering that to clients. The course gave me the knowledge and confidence to start offering it! #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:10:05.666Z
A1: For me, taking a certificate program was about both learning how to be a copyeditor and also to give me the confidence that I did know what I was doing (or at least part of what I was doing). #StetChat
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:07:14.335Z
I think taking courses is important because you don't know what you don't know! And sometimes, especially when starting out, teaching yourself doesn't come with the benefit of hearing and seeing what other more experienced editors have learned along the way.#StetChat
— Sasha Bent (@birdsvieweditorial.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:10:46.366Z
#StetChat | Any time I take any kind of course, I learn a lot about current trends, new strategies, and tools I haven't heard of before.
— GetBookHelp.com: Helping new authors put their best book forward (@getbookhelp.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:12:23.571Z
#StetChat A1. I've found tutor-assessed editing courses very useful because they've shown me the standard for "good" editing. Feedback from a tutor is really important for this. I'm not so keen on self-paced courses with no tutor feedback. #StetChat
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:13:23.767Z
Q2. If you’ve chosen to not do an editorial certificate program, tell us why!
A2: I started editing in-house back when editing certificate programs were few and far between. I studied writing guides, style guides, grammar guides, and got guidance from other editors. After 12 years of editing in-house, most certificate programs didn't offer what I was looking for.#StetChat
— Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) (@tanyagold.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T23:20:48.570Z
#StetChat | It just hasn't been anything a customer cared about. Seeing what I can do (portfolio) has been the main focus for shoppers. And I usually try to focus on things that move the needle for my business so that the time / effort / money expended makes sense and provides a decent ROI.
— GetBookHelp.com: Helping new authors put their best book forward (@getbookhelp.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:19:21.270Z
A2. Most of my editorial training has been on the job, although I do hold a minor in Creative Writing from NYU. I have looked into programs in the past, but I’m not convinced the training and credentials they offer would translate across my resume/CV. On this point I cite experience.#StetChat
— Joel Tillman (@jtillman.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T23:25:14.009Z
A2: Finances (or lack thereof). #StetChat
— Jennifer W. Hanson (@jenniferwhanson.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:18:17.903Z
#SteteChat A2. I didn’t do a certificate program – my path has been pretty windy and strange! I started in-house as an editor, then moved countries, and started taking online courses. I wanted to learn everything about fiction AND editing, so my learning has come from a lot of different places.
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:22:25.000Z
#StetChat A2. Some of these have included courses, webinars, and more by the CIEP and the EFA, Jennifer Lawler, Writing the Other, and other wonderful resources from fellow editors.
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:22:25.001Z
I've found webinars to be helpful. I've also done a lot of learning at professional conferences, especially when I was starting out. #StetChat
— meganstolzrogers.bsky.social (@meganstolzrogers.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:24:52.975Z
Yes, conferences have been invaluable! Not only for the sessions, but connecting with other editors and getting into deeper conversations with them about so many different things. #StetChat
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:26:08.175Z
A2. I've thought about taking courses a lot more than I've actually done it because they do take time and money. Especially for mid-career editors, I'm curious what others think and which courses have been helpful and valuable. #StetChat
— meganstolzrogers.bsky.social (@meganstolzrogers.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:19:50.594Z
Q3. Have you completed (or started) an editorial certificate? Which one? Tell us about it!
- Was it online or in-person?
- How much time did it take?
- What classes did you take?
#StetChat A3I have completed UC San Diego's copyediting certificate program!It was online for 1 year. I did it from 2024-2025 before launching my business. I took all the copyediting classes as well as the editing fiction class & freelance business classes for that experience! #editing
— Steph 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ (@ottersediting.com) 2026-08-19T20:19:22.365Z
A3. #StetChat I did the copyediting certificate with UCSD online and a tutor-assessed course in proofreading with the Publishing Training Centre. Both were online. The UCSD course was modular, over a year. The PTC course probably took about 4 or 5 months. UCSD covered grammar & light to heavy edits.
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:19:50.164Z
A3: I took the UCSD copyediting certificate. It was all online. The UCSD certificate took two semesters to complete. Classes covered the Chicago Manual of Style, grammar, copyediting, and more. #StetChat
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:20:58.794Z
Q3 pt 1. I completed the UChicago Editing certificate! I really loved the program—I did it online, over about 1.5 yrs. I thought it was a very manageable amount of time week to week, & was really helpful for my introvert self that we were expected to attend each class live. [cont.] #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:27:30.605Z
Q3 pt 2. Outside of the required courses for manuscript editing & editing electronically, I took two courses about medical editing, an acquisitions editing course, and the developmental editing specialization courses. #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:28:50.118Z
A3: I did the University of Chicago’s editing certificate program in 2018–2019 and LOVED it! I did a mix of in-person and online classes so I could complete it faster and had such a great experience with both types of classes. I completed the program in a year. #StetChatHere's why I chose it:
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:14:51.218Z
A3: My UChicago editorial certificate electives were the copyright course and the intro to acquisitions editing.Copyright course was great, and the acquisitions class in-person was a ton of fun and taught me about the publishing side but also about dev editing. #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:15:53.563Z
Q4. Was your editorial certificate program worth it? Why or why not? What’s the value of an editorial certificate program?
A4. #StetChat UCSD and PTC taught me how to approach any text (within reason). Before I took those courses, I did have professional experience but I wasn't very confident. The downside is courses are expensive and there isn't a clear route to securing jobs afterwards. So, I'd say "buyer beware."
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:29:34.191Z
A4: The UCSD certificate was absolutely worth the time and money. It taught me so much about the technical, communication, and business aspects of freelance copyediting. #StetChat
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:25:40.378Z
#StetChat A4Yes! Especially for me because I am young with no in-house experience or training.I needed a way to learn & train to be a professional since I couldn't get any traditional internship or publishing experience in today's job market.
— Steph 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ (@ottersediting.com) 2026-08-19T20:30:31.071Z
A4: Yes, my UChicago #editing certificate program was 100% worth it!I thought that the value would be having it on my resume, but the value was actually the course content. I learned a TON and it prepared me for freelance book editing in a way that reading CMOS by myself wouldn’t have. #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:28:03.815Z
A4. Absolutely, especially if you're moving into editing from a non-publishing background. Beyond just learning CMOS and the granular editing tidbits, it was also really helpful for the building-a-business side to learn from other editors and their experiences. Absolutely 1000% worth it. #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:35:37.195Z
A4 part 2. I will say, I don't know if it's been a make-or-break thing for any clients or if they particularly care about it. But *I* know the program made me a much better editor; it helped me gain confidence & learn best practices. And I can still see how much I've learned since then! #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:40:06.059Z
A4: The courses I've taken haven't resulted in more work, but they've given me knowledge, skills, and confidence that I can handle projects across disciplines and find answers when I run into a problem. So the certificate itself hasn't done much, but the program pays off. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:32:56.574Z
A4: Taking courses also shows that I'm committed to professional development and keeping up with industry and language changes—and that's what my clients really appreciate. They don't have time to keep with all the stylebook updates; they have me for that. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:34:11.637Z
Q5. Outside of certificate programs, have you taken any editorial courses or classes? Which ones? Tell us about them!
A5: I've taken a few editorial courses!I took @tanyagold.bsky.social's Working With Indie Authors course, and it was fantastic! tanyagold.com/editors/cour…#StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:32:42.799Z
A5: I've also taken a few @efafreelancers.bsky.social courses, including editing graphic novels with Christina Frey and how to edit query packages. Both were excellent, and I learned a ton! (Christina Frey is a brilliant instructor—highly recommend!)EFA courses: courses.the-efa.org#StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:34:40.467Z
A5: I've also taken a lot of webinars, conference sessions, and meetings from @acesediting.bsky.social, @efafreelancers.bsky.social, and other orgs, like @edsguild.bsky.social, @indigeditors.bsky.social, @ipne.org, @editorscanada.bsky.social. #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:36:37.242Z
Q3: I've taken online courses for content writing, copyediting, proofreading, and software tools. My favorites last a few months, usually with one session per week plus homework time. But one-off webinars can be helpful for smaller-scope topics, like a certain macro or citation formatting. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:17:51.883Z
A3: One of the best courses I've taken is the Macros A to Z class from the EFA. That gave me the confidence and know-how to work with macros and make my editing work so much more efficient. Highly recommend!The Macro of the Month newsletter is also very helpful. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:28:29.092Z
A5: Working with Indie Authors from @tanyagold.bsky.social was great! Macros A to Z was amazing and one of the best investments I've made in my business. I've had good experiences with EFA courses. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:39:05.843Z
I've completed several courses through the EFA, most notably the advanced Developmental Editing of Fiction course & advanced Line Editing of Commercial Fiction. They were online, I had an amazing time with both, and learned so much. If I'm not mistaken, they were each around a month long. #StetChat
— Sasha Bent (@birdsvieweditorial.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:16:43.563Z
A5. Yes! I also did the Poynter ACES Certificate, DE and LE courses through the EFA, the Fictionary StoryCoach program, and I completed the Author Accelerator Fiction book coaching program (loved it!). Also courses and webinars from Writing the Other, Clarion West, Reach Your Apex [cont.] #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:47:46.978Z
A5 pt 2. And Jane Friedman, one of @tanyagold.bsky.social's courses (check their courses out!!), as well as a BUNCH of ClubEd courses, Jennifer Lawler's classes are amazing (!!!!). And probably some other stuff I'm forgetting… (& not really a course, but conferences!) #StetChat
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:51:56.105Z
#StetChat A5. Ooh now you’re going to make me go look up my list! Okay, this is definitely nonexhaustive, but I’ve taken courses on (basic editing stuff) proofreading, copyediting, developmental editing and editing query letters & synopses.
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:39:26.487Z
Writing the Other is FABULOUS for courses and webinars. It’s aimed at writers, but there’s a lot to learn as an editor. These include story structures from around the world to how to write characters different from yourself in all kinds of ways. #StetChat
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:39:26.488Z
There are also webinars and conferences around neurodiversity, which helps me keep up to date and help my neurodivergent clients (and, surprise, learning about accessibility helps MOST authors). #StetChat
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:39:26.489Z
I’ve also taken courses created by various editors about the business of editing as well as the craft of writing, including from Tanya Gold, Jennifer Lawler, the Writer and the Wolf, and more. #StetChat
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:39:26.490Z
#StetChat A5Not yet. I spent a lot of savings on the UCSD certificate so I couldn't afford more classes for a bit. But I'm planning to take the Club Ed Developmental Editing classes next year as a part of my 2027 budget!
— Steph 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ | Editor 🦦✍️ (@ottersediting.com) 2026-08-19T20:33:22.172Z
A5. I was a journalism major in college, and I took editing from the guy who wrote the book. I also had other writing teachers who taught us to revise/rewrite with the same eye that an editor would use to create a better, tighter and more polished product.1/2
— JAMBALAYA VAL (@jambalayaval.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T23:33:21.449Z
Teaching writing college classes for more than two decades also helped me become a better editor. In helping students become better writers, I had to look at their work objectively to see how I could recommend they make improvements. 2/2
— JAMBALAYA VAL (@jambalayaval.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T23:33:21.450Z
OH I did this and it was fantastic! Yes! #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:51:26.784Z
A5. #StetChat I took a Poynter ACES course a long time ago. I really enjoyed the American English grammar section. I'm British, so some of the info was news to me! I also went back to UCSD to take a course in copyediting fiction. It introduced me to the excellent books by Harnby and Schneider.
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:37:00.745Z
Most of my work is as a dev editor so, lots of classes on editorial letters & how to provide stronger actionable feedback. And, how to assist indie authors with self-publishing. I figure, I work with so many first-time authors, I should know all I can about both self-publishing and trad.#StetChat
— Sasha Bent (@birdsvieweditorial.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:36:53.564Z
#StetChat | Yes! Whenever I can. @efafreelancers.bsky.social has many live webinars that are free for members, so I take advantage of the membership I'm already paying for.
— GetBookHelp.com: Helping new authors put their best book forward (@getbookhelp.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:35:58.668Z
A5: I have taken courses through ACES, EFA, and the Poynter Institute. The most recent course I took was an introduction to indexing course from Library Juice Academy. #StetChat
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:32:36.591Z
I've heard such good things about their courses! @ideasonfirephd.bsky.social is amazing! #StetChat
— Tanya Gold | Editor & Translator 💕📚 (they/iel) (@tanyagold.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T23:26:44.469Z
Q6. If you’re interested in pursuing an editorial certificate or taking a specific class, what other questions do you have about them? Is there a topic you’re looking for a course on?
#StetChat A6. I'm waiting to start a course on indexing. I get the impression that quite a few editors end up doing this. I'd love to hear their thoughts. I don't know how I'll take to it! I've also started a short botany course. I think it's important to keep developing my general knowledge.
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:49:02.965Z
A6: I'd really love some recommendations for line editing courses specific for nonfiction. #StetChat
— BulletProof Writing Services (@bulletproofwriting.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:45:34.649Z
Q7. Which editorial certificate programs, courses, or classes would you recommend to fellow editors?
#StetChat A7. If you’re starting out or want to work on some core editing skills, but you don’t want to/can’t afford a full certificate program, I recommend checking out your local/favorite editing organization and then spacing out courses as you can. I keep saying Writing the Other today too!
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:56:32.755Z
#StetChat A7. I also have to mention, for fiction developmental editors, Henry Lien’s courses or book on story structure, as well as "Meander, Spiral, Explode: Design and Pattern in Narrative” by Jane Alison. These will show you other story structures beyond the five-act.
— Literary Laura (@literarylaura.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:56:32.756Z
YES Meander, Spiral, Explode by Jane Alison is great! So is Craft in the Real World: Rethinking Fiction Writing and Workshopping by @salesses.bsky.social!Those are both on my list of books I recommend to editors (and writers): bookshop.org/lists/books-… #StetChat #booksky #writingcommunity
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T21:04:25.483Z
I really liked most everything I took (UChicago absolutely, and Author Accelerator is incredible for book coaching, love the program, classes, and community), but I am an especially enormous fan of ClubEd! #StetChatwww.clubedfreelancers.com
— Raquel ⟡ Fiction Editor (@raqueledits.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:58:46.118Z
Definitely any courses through the EFA! Especially their developmental editing and line editing courses (for all levels: beginner, intermediate, advanced).#StetChat
— Sasha Bent (@birdsvieweditorial.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:52:57.068Z
Q7. I recommend looking at anything by Poynter and Poynter ACES. I don't have deep experience of their courses, but I was impressed by what I saw. Overall, I think it's best to be careful about how much you spend on courses. They can be wonderful experiences, but they're no guarantee of work.
— Saesnes (@saesnes.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:55:13.569Z
A7a: UCSD’s copyediting certificate is something I regularly recommend. I can only speak to my experience and the price has likely gone up in the ten years since I took it, but I truly believe it gave me the structure and fundamentals I needed. #StetChat 1/3
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:55:31.975Z
A7b: I have to name some of my favorite instructors. Since these folks may have moved where they teach, I’m just going to name them and not the institution where I took their class. #StetChat 2/3
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:55:31.976Z
A7c: Mark Allen (@editormark.bsky.social), Lourdes Venard (@lourdesvenard.bsky.social), Jennifer Lawler (jenniferlawler.bsky.social), and Jolanta Komornicka (@closereadingie.bsky.social). #StetChat 3/3
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T20:55:31.977Z
I also want to mention Editorial Arts Academy. I haven't personally taken courses from them, but I've heard good things from others who have. editorialartsacademy.com #StetChat
— Rachel Lapidow (@editrix-rachel.bsky.social) 2026-08-19T21:00:00.024Z
A7: I highly recommend UChicago's editorial certificate program if you want to get into book editing. It's rigorous and very good. Their support of alumni is great—you get job list emails with solid jobs, and ongoing prof dev w/ their meetings. professional.uchicago.edu/find-your-fi… #StetChat
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:56:34.021Z
A7: I recommend @tanyagold.bsky.social's courses for editors! #StetChat tanyagold.com/editors/cour…
— Carolina VonKampen 📚 Freelance Editor (@carolinavonkampen.com) 2026-08-19T20:52:25.430Z
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