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Freelance Journalist Course

What will I learn?

Become a top freelance journalist with our in-depth course made for both newbies and experienced journos. Dive deep into important research skills, learn how to tell if a source is legit, and use online methods to collect and analyze data. Get the lowdown on social media, media law, and reporting the right way. Improve your writing by editing and proofreading like a pro, and learn to write killer feature articles. Sharpen your interviewing skills and move confidently through the ever-changing world of today's journalism.

Apoia's Unique Benefits

Online and lifetime access to courses
Certificate adhering to educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support available at all times
Select and organize the chapters you want to study
Customize the course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet required

Develop skills

Enhance your practical skills listed below

Know your sources: Check and confirm info like a hawk.

Get good at online research: Use smart ways to collect data.

Understand social media: Know the platforms and how people act on them.

Stick to journalism ethics: Follow the law and report ethically.

Improve your writing: Edit to make things clear and write stories that grab readers.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can change chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.