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This is a bit of a long shot, but I'm hoping someone here may be able to help.
For several years, I've had a niggling desire to become a Technical Author and, given that I've spent 25 years in banking, it seems sensible that it should be in that field.
I've found some information on LearnDirect's website:
<font color=blue><b>Entry</b>
There are no formal entry requirements although you do need a good knowledge of English. Most technical authors have previous qualifications and experience in scientific, engineering, technical or commercial fields (such as banking). Some technical authors have a BTEC HND, degree or postgraduate award.
It is possible to train specifically in technical authorship as a school- or college-leaver, but the majority of students study for a City & Guilds by distance learning.
There are no specific academic qualifications for entry to City & Guilds Level 1 in Technical Communication Techniques (5360 Part 1). However, you will usually be expected to have qualifications and experience appropriate to your particular specialisation. To take Level 2 in Technical Authorship, you usually need a pass at Level 1.
Many commercial training organisations offer tuition programmes by distance learning leading to certificate qualifications.
It is also possible to study full-time to prepare for entry to technical authorship.
<b>Training</b>
Details of college and commercial training providers can be found on the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators' website.</font>
I've checked the ISTM website, but their "Guide to Courses" is under review. The City & Guilds website does not return any results for searches on either the course number or any of the key words.
For several years, I've had a niggling desire to become a Technical Author and, given that I've spent 25 years in banking, it seems sensible that it should be in that field.
I've found some information on LearnDirect's website:
<font color=blue><b>Entry</b>
There are no formal entry requirements although you do need a good knowledge of English. Most technical authors have previous qualifications and experience in scientific, engineering, technical or commercial fields (such as banking). Some technical authors have a BTEC HND, degree or postgraduate award.
It is possible to train specifically in technical authorship as a school- or college-leaver, but the majority of students study for a City & Guilds by distance learning.
There are no specific academic qualifications for entry to City & Guilds Level 1 in Technical Communication Techniques (5360 Part 1). However, you will usually be expected to have qualifications and experience appropriate to your particular specialisation. To take Level 2 in Technical Authorship, you usually need a pass at Level 1.
Many commercial training organisations offer tuition programmes by distance learning leading to certificate qualifications.
It is also possible to study full-time to prepare for entry to technical authorship.
<b>Training</b>
Details of college and commercial training providers can be found on the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators' website.</font>
I've checked the ISTM website, but their "Guide to Courses" is under review. The City & Guilds website does not return any results for searches on either the course number or any of the key words.
