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We’re now the Institute of Publishing!

The Publishing Training Centre (PTC) is now the Institute of Publishing. You’ll find the same high-quality courses, content and expert tutors, now on our new and improved learning platform.

Our bestselling courses

Explore our most popular courses, designed to help you build specialist publishing skills how you prefer.

Essential Proofreading

Go from beginner to qualified, market-ready proofreader in one step. Have the support of a dedicated tutor as you learn.

Introduction to Editorial Skills

Learn the core competencies of proofreading and copy-editing through exercises and presentations.

E-learning Package

Buy 15 e-learning modules covering key publishing topics such as working with authors, copyright and project management, for just £120. 

What our students say

Copywriting for Publishers is one of the most useful courses I've done since starting my role. The tutor made the content interesting and engaging and the session felt like a safe space to share examples and ask questions.
Delegate, British Ecological Society, UK
I've learnt so much from Essential Grammar.  As an English teacher I've studied a lot of grammar, but this course has really clarified many things. It's been written in a very clear, accessible and logical way, allowing me to build upon previous knowledge.
Freelancer, Finland
I enjoyed Progress in Editorial Skills immensely. The conversational and interactive teaching style was brilliant, and the content challenging. I feel more assured in my judgement and decisions, due to the expert feedback.
Delegate, Badger Learning, UK

Upcoming virtual classroom courses and webinars

Learn live with industry practitioners. See our next available courses below. 

Building a Successful Online Content Strategy

16.09 & 23.09.2026

9.00am—12.30pm  

How to Mark Up PDFs with Adobe Acrobat

21.09.2026

9.00am—12.30pm  

Publishing Strategy Toolkit

28.09, 30.09 & 02.10.2026

9.00am—12.30pm

Applying AI – Tools, Ethics and First Practical Steps

29.09.2026

9.00am—12.30pm

Copyright - the Basics

01.10.2026

 9.00am—12.30pm

Copywriting for Publishers

13.10.2026 & 15.10.2026

 9.00am—12.30pm 

Why choose the Institute of Publishing?

For over 50 years, the Institute of Publishing has helped thousands of publishing professionals develop the skills they need to succeed. Our industry-recognised courses are delivered by expert tutors with extensive real-world publishing experience.

Whether you're starting your publishing career, developing freelance expertise, working in-house, or advancing into management, you'll find practical, flexible training designed to help you achieve your goals. Study at your own pace with our self-study courses or join live virtual courses from wherever you are.

Looking to train your team? Our Team Training offers a cost-effective solution for groups of six or more, with the option to deliver one of our established courses or create a programme tailored to your organisation's needs.

Unsure where to start?

Explore courses by subject

The Institute of Publishing has courses in all publishing functions, with the majority in core editorial skills. We also have training in digital, marketing, production, project management, people management, rights and sales. 
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Explore courses by format

Do you like to study at your own pace, outside of the standard working day? Then our longer distance-learning or shorter e-learning courses are for you.  

If you prefer to be in a group led by an expert tutor, working together or solo, then have a look at our virtual classroom courses that take place live online. 

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