Learn plain English: Effective communication for everyone

There’s a revolution going on in communication around the world that aims to make content more accessible to more people. The plain language revolution is gathering momentum and if you or your organisation don’t want to be left behind, have a read of our blog to see why you should register for our ‘Plain English in Action’ course.  

The Social Deck and Neat Copy developed this course to help you communicate using plain English. It's focused on making sure you can write clearly and effectively for all Australians, including our diverse population. We can even tailor the course to best suit your organisation or Government Department.

Quick Facts About the Course

• Length: 6 hours total, with extra sessions available if you want to learn more.
• Teachers: Learn from Vikki McIntyre (The Social Deck) and Danika Davis (Neat Copy). Both are experts in plain language communication.
• What's Inside: Starts with an introduction, followed by 4 main lessons, and you can choose extra sessions for more practice.

What You'll Achieve

• Starting Off: A 20-minute intro to what plain English is and why it's important.
• Main Lessons: Learn the basics of plain English, how to choose your words, write for different people and places, and sum up what you've learned.
• Extra Options: You can add a practical workshop, a deeper look into writing for different people, and one-to-one coaching.

After the course, you will

• understand plain language and why it matters.
• write clearly, using straightforward words and sentences.
• choose layouts and designs that make your writing easier to read.
• follow international guidelines for plain language.

Who this course is for

Anyone who wants to deliver messages that are easy to understand and engage the reader. It’s particularly useful for those people who have been taught through their education and career, to write in passive, indirect language.

If you want your writing to be clear and reach your audience effectively, this course is for you. It's about making sure everyone understands your message, whether for work, to improve your organisation's messages, or just to communicate better.