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The course is a four hour refresher session for those who have completed the Mental Health First Aid two or one day course. Just like physical first aid, we recommend you refresh your skills regularly and keep up-to-date. The four-hour MHFA Refresher course will support MHFAiders® by:  Renewing their skills Updating their knowledge of mental health supports Giving them the chance to practice applying the Mental Health First Aid action plan Providing them access to three years of MHFAider® support and benefits Please note the MHFA Refresher is only for people who have previously complete the MHFA course.Format This is a half day course delivered online Learning takes place through a mix of presentations, group discussions and workshop activities We limit numbers to 25 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn What are the MHFAider support & benefits? With access to MHFAider® support and benefits, training doesn't stop when the course comes to an end. We provide continuous support for MHFAiders® – well beyond initial certification – so they are confident, empowered and motivated to carry out their role.  MHFAiders® get automatic 24/7 digital support through the MHFAider Support App®. From there they will find exclusive resources, ongoing learning opportunities and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®.  Access includes:  A resource library of toolkits, guidance, animations and core mental health concepts to support them in their role as an MHFAider® A signposting database through Hub of Hope to find local and national mental health services for additional support Secure conversation journalling to make reflective notes while protecting confidentiality Reminders for wellbeing check ins with the people MHFAiders® are supporting 24/7 text support services through Shout for advice and reassurance on a mental health conversation or to support wellbeing after a difficult conversation Exclusive quarterly webinars to embed and broaden mental health knowledge The benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®

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An affordable way to master the skills of technical writing, with assessments and a certificate. Cherryleaf’s popular, and affordable, online Technical Author/technical writing course teaches you the key skills of technical writing for IT and software user documentation. It's ideal if you’re: Looking to start your career as a Technical Author, Technical Writer, or similar role Writing instructions, but you’ve never had any proper training in how to do this well You’ll gain confidence you’re approaching each writing project in the right way, and creating content that follows best practice. With our reviewed assessments option, you’ll get feedback on your work from experts. You’ll discover what you’re doing right, and how you could make it even better. This technical communication course is accredited by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators The Technical Author/technical writing training course’s content is accredited by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators, the professional body for Technical Communicators in the United Kingdom. It is an independent assessment of the course’s quality. This course is also recommended by the Society for Technical Communication (USA), the Australian Society for Technical Communication, and the Technical Communicators Association of New Zealand to their members. Now in 1080p HD resolution The video presentations in the course have been recently updated. They are in Full HD (1080p) with subtitles. Who is this course for? This course is ideal for you if you’re: Looking to start your career as a Technical Author, Technical Writer, or a similar role. Writing instructions, but you’ve never had any proper training in how to do this well. Looking to put together your own technical author apprenticeship scheme for your staff. This course is ideal for you if you need to: Create end-user documentation and other forms of instructional content with ease Master the fundamentals of technical writing Get a solid understanding of the Technical Author’s role. What is a Technical Author or a Technical Writer? Technical Authors are sometimes known as: Technical Communicators, Technical Writers, Content Developers, Information Developers and Documentarians. From prospects.ac.uk: Technical Authors communicate specialist information about how products and services work and how they can be applied or used in a way that's easy to understand. The information may be presented in the form of user guides for software applications, reference and instruction manuals for appliances, training guides, instructional videos or online help incorporated into software and operating guides. For a successful career as a Technical Author you'll need to be a fast learner, with excellent communication skills and the ability to convey factual information clearly and concisely. The work is often varied, interesting and rewarding. Comments from delegates There is something new to learn for most technical authors who are in the early stages of their career. Overall, I would say that the course did benefit me, and I can see myself revisiting parts of it in the future. Emma W., ARM plc I attended a job interview which included a written exercise where I had to jot down how I would go about designing and presenting information for the users of the service unit I was applying to. I could not believe my luck, it was as if the interviewer had designed it with the contents of this course in mind, and, as a result, I got the job! Amber A. I thought it was an excellent course – very thought-provoking and useful. The exercises were enjoyable and really helped, far beyond simply reading from a book about the tasks involved in the job. And I greatly appreciate all your advice and support. Karl D. Thank you very much for all your feed-back – I’ve been reading through this as it has come in this morning. This is really useful and very much appreciated. David H. What will I learn? In this course, we’ll take you through the process of creating technical documentation. You’ll learn and practise: The purpose and value of technical documentation (aka having an answer if people ask why you should be doing this work). The entire documentation process. We’ll explain what you need to do, from beginning to end. We cover planning, writing, editing, indexing, and production. The skills you need as a technical communicator. How to work more efficiently. This framework will help you avoid wasting time. How to work more effectively. We’ll show you how to write and design your information in a structured, useful, usable and informed way. What the course does not cover We don’t like to overhype our courses, so here are some reasons why not to get our technical writing training course. Those are: If you have requirements for your documents to meet specific regulatory documentation standards in these industry sectors: aerospace, military, railway, or automotive. Where documentation must be written to a specific XML standard. (You’ll need to take our DITA module in our advanced course as well). If you need to write technical API documentation for developers. (You’ll need to take our API module in our advanced course as well). Apart from that, this course will help you create the user assistance for your application or product. Duration and delivery format Learning Materials The course comprises 15 modules in total, which you can complete at your own pace. The course modules are delivered over the Web in small, manageable video presentations. You can pause the videos at any time and return to the course at times that suit you. These are full of practical examples and techniques you can use right away. You can download the course handouts as Word or PDF files. Your project You’ll be given a project to work on throughout the course. This is a great way to put your learning to practice. Feedback You’ll also have option of getting feedback on your exercises from an instructor. Duration With the time needed to complete the exercises, you will need to allocate around two days in order to complete the course. You can spread this time over a few days, weeks or months. You have access to the course for 13 months. If you need more time, contact us. Based in the United States or mainland Europe? We've designed the course to work for people living all around the world. On the videos, you'll hear a lovely, clear British accent. Our expertise As well as teaching technical communication, we also create end-user documentation, Help and UI text for clients. This means every course is based on practical experience of technical writing in today’s environment. The techniques you’ll learn on this course are the same ones used by our projects team. Professional certification as a technical communicator Cherryleaf’s training courses can help you be admitted to the national professional body for technical communicators in the UK (it also has members around the world) - The Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators (ISTC). Junior Members, Members and Fellows are certified by the ISTC through a vetting process, with Members and Fellows entitled to use the initials MISTC or FISTC after their names. Being a member of the ISTC can help in having your skills and experience recognized by others. Reviewed assessments and certificate This reviewed option comes with a certificate at the end of the course. You send your answers to the exercises in the course back to us for review and feedback. Your Instructor Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services company formed in 2002 by people with a passion for technical communication and learning development. Cherryleaf is recognised as a leader within the technical communication profession. Our staff have written articles for the Society for Technical Communication's (STC) Intercom magazine, the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicator's Communicator journal and tekom's TCWorld magazine. They've also written books on technical communication. We've presented webinars for Adobe, Madcap Software or the STC, and we've spoken at various conferences around the world. Today, organisations throughout Europe use Cherryleaf’s services so they can provide clear information that enables users and staff to complete tasks productively. Course Curriculum First Section The purpose of technical documentation (8:53) The different models for technical documentation (9:52) What is a technical author? (21:24) Adopting a user-centred design approach (10:38) Overview of the writing process (10:40) Planning your content (10:24) Researching the product and audience (13:20) The Information Design stage (9:57) Software tools (10:40) Writing the topics – Overview (30:31) Writing the topics – How to write and present different types of information (13:33) Writing the topics – Using images and videos (11:43) Writing the topics – Index, Search and Metadata (16:57) Hyperlinking (5:20) Reviewing and editing (9:42) Reviewing and editing video (duplicate) (9:42) End of course (7:21) Feedback form Bonus content  Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.How long do I have access to the course?You have access for 13 months. If you need more time to complete the course, contact us.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.Is it possible to make one payment for multiple delegates?Yes. Contact info@cherryleaf.com for more information, and we'll explain how we can arrange this for you.

Getting Started The ILM Level 2 Award in Effective Mentoring Skills course is designed for individuals who are seeking to acquire comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to effectively mentor others in various settings. Whether it's within an organisation, the voluntary sector, or community groups, this course aims to equip you with the necessary expertise to support and guide others in their career development and educational pursuits. By delving into the particulars of mentoring, you will gain the insight and tools needed to make a meaningful impact within your respective spheres of influence. Key Benefits For Learners Gain a comprehensive insight into the role and nature of mentoring, including its impact on professional development and organisational success. Acquire and apply advanced mentoring skills to critically evaluate personal performance, while utilising key listening and questioning techniques to facilitate meaningful and impactful interactions. Develop a thorough understanding of how to strategically organise mentoring activities and meticulously plan and execute effective mentoring sessions that drive tangible results. Engage in reflective practices to assess personal performance, define objectives, monitor progress, and identify necessary actions for continuous improvement and success. For Organisations Enables employees to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to become effective mentors within their respective roles. Fosters a culture of mentoring within the organisation by introducing key skills and techniques essential for successful mentoring. Key Highlights This qualification is intended for learners who wish to start a career in mentoring in an organizational context. It is also ideal for existing coaches and mentors. We will ensure your access to the first-class education needed to achieve your goals and dreams and to maximise future opportunities. Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home. Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our qualified tutors will be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system. Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide you with comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk. If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience. Career Pathways The ILM Level 2 Award in Effective Mentoring Skills course can open many career pathways including, but not limited to: Training Manager, with an estimated average salary of £30,163 per annum Academic Mentor, with an estimated average salary of £33,156 per annum Business Mentor, with an estimated average salary of £37,216 per annum About Awarding Body Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) is a professional body that helps people worldwide improve their leadership capabilities and advance their careers. All ILM qualifications are awarded by The City and Guilds of London Institute, founded in 1878 and incorporated into the Royal Charter. ILM qualifications are regulated and approved by Ofqual, the governing body for qualifications in the UK. What is included? Learn 100% online at your own pace Dedicated support from expert tutors Dedicated Support Desk Portal: You can raise queries, request tutor support and ask for a call back whenever you need guidance and assistance. Elevate Knowledge: Your tutors will provide formative assessment feedback for each module, helping you improve your achievements throughout the program Schedule online personal tutor meetings whenever you want, which will help you get the most out of your studies and provide guidance, support and encouragement 6 months support period 24-hour access to the online learning platform 'MyLearnDirect' Schedule live online classes for each module at your convenience. (Blended learning only) Quality learning resources and study guides developed by ILM-approved tutors. All assessment materials are conveniently accessible through the online learning platform 'MyLearnDirect' Induction: We offer online and flexible learning induction to help you settle in and prepare for your online studies ILM Membership - You will receive 12 months of the Institute of Leadership & Management membership, bringing access to a wealth of resources to support your leadership development. ILM Digital credentials - Validate your skills and share achievements anywhere, anytime using Digital Credentials 25% off membership with EMCC UK for all ILM learners studying for a coaching and mentoring qualification. Assessment For each module you study, you will complete a written assignment of 1500-2000 words and submit it online at your MyLearnDirect learning portal. The submitted assignments will be assessed by your ILM-approved tutor. Entry Requirements The ILM Level 2 Award in Effective Mentoring Skills course is designed for individuals who wish to understand mentoring and develop their mentoring skills to effectively mentor others. To be eligible for this course, you must: Be 18 years of age and over Have some work experience as a mentor or related role Possess the ability to complete the Level 2 course Our friendly admissions advisors will provide the best advice, considering your needs and goals.  Why gain a ILM Qualification? The ILM Level 2 Award in Effective Mentoring Skills course is designed for individuals who wish to understand mentoring and develop their mentoring skills to effectively mentor others. The course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of mentoring. It consists of two comprehensive modules: "Understanding Mentoring" and "Developing Mentoring Skills." These modules cover a wide range of topics including the principles of effective mentoring, communication techniques, goal setting, feedback methods, and strategies for building successful mentoring relationships. By completing the course, you will gain a thorough understanding of mentoring and develop the necessary skills to become successful mentors. Successful completion of the course could lead you to progression to a range of qualifications including: • ILM Level 3 Certificate in Effective Coaching and Mentoring • ILM Level 3 Award or Certificate in Leadership & Management ILM graduates achieve remarkable things: An impressive 70,000 people take ILM qualifications every year, with 93% of employers agreeing that their managers improved after completion. Through the collaboration with European Mentoring and Coaching Council UK (EMCC UK), both existing ILM coaching and mentoring learners and those newly qualified coaches/mentors will have access to the membership of the Council at a discounted price (25% off EMCC UK annual membership fee), plus up-to-date guidance, thought leading support via joint webinars and CPD events. An ILM level 3 learners would be an affiliate EMCC UK member. Whilst an ILM level 5 leaners would fall into the associate membership and ILM level 7 learners would either qualify for the associate or professional membership. ILM learners who successfully become an EMCC UK member will have access to their resources. ILM learners will also receive documents including competency frameworks as well as a range of free resources including access to the International Journal, free e-books, discounted publications and research papers. ILM Membership - All ILM learners receive a minimum of 12 months membership of the Institute of Leadership & Management, bringing access to a wealth of resources to support their leadership development ILM Digital credentials - Validate skills and share achievements anywhere, anytime using Digital Credentials Learners must request before enrolment to interchange unit(s) other than the preselected units shown in the SBTL website because we need to make sure the availability of learning materials for the requested unit(s). SBTL will reject an application if the learning materials for the requested interchange unit(s) are unavailable. Learners are not allowed to make any request to interchange unit(s) once enrolment is complete. UNIT1- Understanding Mentoring Reference No : 8584-200 Credit : 2 || TQT : 20 LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Understand the role of the mentor and the benefits of mentoring. 2. Understand what makes a mentor effective in their role. 3. Understand how to organise mentoring. UNIT2- Developing Mentoring Skills Reference No : 8584-201 Credit : 3 || TQT : 30 LEARNING OUTCOME 1. Be able to commence mentoring sessions to develop an individual. 2. Be able to undertake 3 hours of effective mentoring. 3. Be able to review their own performance as a mentor. Delivery Methods School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments. We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish. The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations. Resources and Support School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently. Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal. How does the Online Learning work at SBTL? We at SBTL follow a unique approach which differentiates us from other institutions. Indeed, we have taken distance education to a new phase where the support level is incredibly high.Now a days, convenience, flexibility and user-friendliness outweigh demands. Today, the transition from traditional classroom-based learning to online platforms is a significant result of these specifications. In this context, a crucial role played by online learning by leveraging the opportunities for convenience and easier access. It benefits the people who want to enhance their career, life and education in parallel streams. SBTL's simplified online learning facilitates an individual to progress towards the accomplishment of higher career growth without stress and dilemmas. How will you study online? With the School of Business & Technology London, you can study wherever you are. You finish your program with the utmost flexibility. You will be provided with comprehensive tutor support online through SBTL Support Desk portal. How will I get tutor support online? School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal, through which our support team liaise with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receive a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and to streamline all the support process efficiently. Learners should expect to receive a response on queries like guidance and assistance within 1 - 2 working days. However, if the support request is for assessment feedback, learners will receive the reply with feedback as per the time frame outlined in the Assessment Feedback Policy.

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Learn the fundamentals of writing UI text for an application UX writing and UI text are becoming more important within software and websites, particularly as Web-based software applications and mobile apps increase. This can lead to a need for the UX, marketing and technical writing teams to communicate in a common language and to establish common goals, strategies, metrics and vision. This course teaches the fundamentals of writing UI text for an application. It helps UX developers and technical communicators better understand how to create and write this type of content. Who is this course for? This course is for teams who need to provide effective UI text and inline Help in their applications, and who want to develop their skills in this area. Technical information The course modules are delivered over the Web in small, manageable video presentations. You can pause the videos at any time and return to the course at times that suit you. You can download the course handouts. You have the option of taking the course on an iPhone or iPad, using the MyTeachable app in the Apple App Store. You can preview some of the course modules. Billing information The courses are hosted and sold by via the Teachable platform. From a VAT perspective, they are the “Merchant of Record”, and receipts contain their VAT number. Your Instructor Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services company formed in 2002 by people with a passion for technical communication and learning development. Cherryleaf is recognised as a leader within the technical communication profession. Our staff have written articles for the Society for Technical Communication's (STC) Intercom magazine, the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicator's Communicator journal and tekom's TCWorld magazine. They've also written books on technical communication. We've presented webinars for Adobe, Madcap Software or the STC, and we've spoken at various conferences around the world. Today, organisations throughout Europe use Cherryleaf’s services so they can provide clear information that enables users and staff to complete tasks productively. Course Curriculum UI/UX Writing Welcome (4:53) Definitions - What is UX and UI? (6:51) Messaging components (8:52) Messaging states (11:04) How do I create UI text for an application? (11:47) Creating inline Help (3:37) What is the purpose of UI text? (1:51) Standards (4:55) Writing best practices (11:58) What skills do I need to be a UI/UX writer? (4:15) Planning (11:20) Usability (6:56) Writing for a global audience (3:18) Final project Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund for the current month and/or the previous month.

An affordable way to master the skills of API documentation writing Cherryleaf’s popular online training course teaches you how the keys skills of writing and managing an API developer portal. You’ll gain confidence you’re approaching each writing project in the right way, and creating content that follows best practice. Who is this course for? This course is for anyone responsible for managing, planning or writing API documentation. For example: Developers wanting to provide API documentation that is complete and meets the needs of the users. Developers wanting to discover best practices in API documentation and developer portals Technical Authors/Writers wanting to understand APIs and how to write documentation for them. Recommended by the ASTC This course is recommended by The Australian Society for Technical Communication and The Technical Communicators Association of New Zealand to their members. It’s a great way to maintain the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) required by technical communication societies. Why attend this course? We use publicly accessible APIs, as part of this course. We also show examples of developer portals from the DevPortal awards, Google, Microsoft, and others. No programming experience is required. Who is this course for? This course is for anyone responsible for managing, planning or writing API documentation. For example: Developers wanting to provide API documentation that is complete and meets the needs of the users. Developers wanting to discover best practices in API documentation and developer portals Technical Authors wanting to understand APIs and how to write documentation for them. Technical information The course modules are delivered over the Web in small, manageable video presentations. You can pause the videos at any time and return to the course at times that suit you. You can download the course handouts. You have the option of taking the course on an iPhone or iPad, using the MyTeachable app in the Apple App Store. You can preview some of the course modules. There are a few free applications that you’ll be using, which you’ll need to install these before you start the course. Billing information You can pay by credit/debit cards or PayPal. The courses are hosted and sold by via the Teachable platform. From a VAT perspective, they are the “Merchant of Record”, and receipts contain their VAT number. Need to train your whole team? If you have five or more people who you would like to take the course, we can offer a group booking option. Delegates get access for 12 months. Contact us for details. Your Instructor Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services company formed in 2002 by people with a passion for technical communication and learning development. Cherryleaf is recognised as a leader within the technical communication profession. Our staff have written articles for the Society for Technical Communication's (STC) Intercom magazine, the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicator's Communicator journal and tekom's TCWorld magazine. They've also written books on technical communication. We've presented webinars for Adobe, Madcap Software or the STC, and we've spoken at various conferences around the world. Today, organisations throughout Europe use Cherryleaf’s services so they can provide clear information that enables users and staff to complete tasks productively. Course Curriculum Creating API documentation and developer portals (beta) Introduction (4:52) What is an API? (23:39) Using an API (23:28) How APIs are created (1:24) Authentication and accreditation (17:53) What documentation should I write? (17:12) The Overview section (7:04) The Concepts section (2:16) The Getting Started section (5:43) The API Reference section (2:20) Writing the API reference by hand (12:31) Cookbooks (3:46) Tutorial/Colab/Code labs (3:27) One-pagers (1:23) The Case Study section (2:21) The FAQs/Troubleshooting section (2:08) Cheat sheets (2:25) Release notes (Changelog) (2:22) Other content (3:13) Onboarding (2:11) Writing code samples (5:56) Documentation - summary (1:18) Design patterns in developer portals (14:52) Authoring tools for API documentation (37:33) Managing an API documentation project (17:53) Summary (2:58) Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? art and when you finish.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund for the current month and/or the previous month.

Efficient ways to create professional-looking diagrams, images and screenshots Cherryleaf’s popular, and affordable, online Technical Author/technical writing course teaches you the key skills of technical writing for IT and software user documentation. It's ideal if you’re: Looking to start your career as a Technical Author, Technical Writer, or similar role Writing instructions, but you’ve never had any proper training in how to do this well You’ll gain confidence you’re approaching each writing project in the right way, and creating content that follows best practice. This technical communication course is accredited by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators The Technical Author/technical writing training course’s content is accredited by the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators, the professional body for Technical Communicators in the United Kingdom. It is an independent assessment of the course’s quality. This course is also recommended by the Society for Technical Communication (USA), the Australian Society for Technical Communication, and the Technical Communicators Association of New Zealand to their members. Learn from the experts As well as teaching technical communication, we also create end-user documentation, Help and UI text for clients. This means every course is based on practical experience of technical writing in today’s environment. The techniques you’ll learn on this course are the same ones used by our projects team. Professional certification as a technical communicator Cherryleaf’s training courses can help you be admitted to the national professional body for technical communicators in the UK (it also has members around the world) - The Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators (ISTC). Junior Members, Members and Fellows are certified by the ISTC through a vetting process, with Members and Fellows entitled to use the initials MISTC or FISTC after their names. Being a member of the ISTC can help in having your skills and experience recognized by others. Comments from delegates There is something new to learn for most technical authors who are in the early stages of their career. Overall, I would say that the course did benefit me, and I can see myself revisiting parts of it in the future. Emma W., ARM plc I attended a job interview which included a written exercise where I had to jot down how I would go about designing and presenting information for the users of the service unit I was applying to. I could not believe my luck, it was as if the interviewer had designed it with the contents of this course in mind, and, as a result, I got the job! Amber A. I thought it was an excellent course – very thought-provoking and useful. The exercises were enjoyable and really helped, far beyond simply reading from a book about the tasks involved in the job. And I greatly appreciate all your advice and support. Karl D. Thank you very much for all your feed-back – I’ve been reading through this as it has come in this morning. This is really useful and very much appreciated. David H. Who is this course for? This course is ideal for you if you need to: Create end-user documentation and other forms of instructional content with ease Master the fundamentals of technical writing Get a solid understanding of the Technical Author’s role. This course is ideal for more experienced technical writers who’ve never had any formal training. What is a Technical Author? Technical Authors are sometimes known as: Technical Communicators, Technical Writers, Content Developers, Information Developers and Documentarians. Based in the United States or mainland Europe? We've designed the course to work for people living all around the world. On the videos, you'll hear a lovely, clear British accent. What will I learn? In this course, we’ll take you through the process of creating technical documentation. You’ll learn and practise: The purpose and value of technical documentation (aka having an answer if people ask why you should be doing this work). The entire documentation process. We’ll explain what you need to do, from beginning to end. We cover planning, writing, editing, indexing, and production. The skills you need as a technical communicator. How to work more efficiently. This framework will help you avoid wasting time. How to work more effectively. We’ll show you how to write and design your information in a structured, useful, usable and informed way. We don’t like to overhype our courses, so here are some reasons why not to get our technical writing training course. Those are: If you have requirements for your documents to meet specific regulatory documentation standards in these industry sectors: aerospace, military, railway, or automotive. Where documentation must be written to a specific XML standard. (You’ll need to take our DITA module in our advanced course as well). If you need to write technical API documentation for developers. (You’ll need to take our API module in our advanced course as well). Apart from that, this course will help you create the user assistance for your application or product. Duration and delivery format The course comprises 15 modules in total, which you can complete at your own pace. The course modules are delivered over the Web in small, manageable video presentations. You can download the course handouts as Word or PDF files. With the time needed to complete the exercises, you will need to allocate around two days in order to complete the course. You can pause the videos at any time and return to the course at times that suit you. Your Instructor Cherryleaf Cherryleaf is a technical writing services company formed in 2002 by people with a passion for technical communication and learning development. Cherryleaf is recognised as a leader within the technical communication profession. Our staff have written articles for the Society for Technical Communication's (STC) Intercom magazine, the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicator's Communicator journal and tekom's TCWorld magazine. They've also written books on technical communication. We've presented webinars for Adobe, Madcap Software or the STC, and we've spoken at various conferences around the world. Today, organisations throughout Europe use Cherryleaf’s services so they can provide clear information that enables users and staff to complete tasks productively. Course Curriculum First Section The purpose of technical documentation (7:17) The different models for technical documentation (9:52) What is a technical author? (21:24) Adopting a user-centred design approach (10:38) Overview of the writing process (10:40) Planning your content (10:24) Researching the product and audience (13:20) Software tools (10:40) Writing the topics – Overview (30:31) Writing the topics – How to write and present different types of information (13:33) Writing the topics – Using images and videos (11:43) Writing the topics – Index, Search and Metadata (16:57) Hyperlinking (5:20) Reviewing and editing (9:42) End of course (7:21) Bonus content Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.How long do I have access to the course?You have access for 12 months.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.