This module is designed to enhance confidence in technical writing, particularly for practical applications like emails and written assignments. It emphasizes developing strategies that ensure writing is relevant and tailored to the intended audience.
This course is worth 2 Gold Seal Credits
CCA Member $395 (+GST) Non-Member $495 (+GST)
Through group exercises, participants will explore critical aspects such as audience identification, verb selection, and layout strategies, all aimed at empowering effective communication and messaging. The workshop addresses writing challenges often overlooked in the industry, helping participants learn to convey information and ideas in a concise and professional manner.
The course covers topics such as audience identification, active vs. passive voice, effective email writing, and the distinction between technical and business writing. It’s suitable for individuals seeking to enhance their technical and professional writing skills. This is a longer section with a deeper focus on the intent of writing and the impact it has on our email and technical writing management.
Amy Spark
My favorite quote ” the proof is in the pudding”
When it comes to pursuit and marketing, the only way to be successful is with a strong process and a unified team response which is also adaptable and scalable to the opportunity.
Amy is a strong pursuit and marketing professional with over 12 years of experience supporting various industries including pipeline, heavy civil, highway maintenance and construction, industrial, healthcare, major infrastructure, and utilities. Amy possesses extensive experience in the management of small and large-scale proposals. She recognizes the industry shift to create customized content in a competitive market in addition to the need to make proposals and marketing a collaborative effort.
Amy is passionate about learning and teaching others in our industry. In the last four years, Amy has graduated from Digital Publishing and Graphic Design in addition to other certifications related to proposal and market management. Currently, Amy facilitates technical writing and grammar workshops aimed at empowering others to gain confidence in their technical writing.
Cancellation Policy:
Payment is non-refundable for cancellations made within 5 business days of the course, or non-attendance on the day. Complimentary substitution of another member of your company is accepted. If CCA has to postpone or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolment, CCA will refund the registration fee or, if possible, the attendee may choose to move to an identical session in the future. Unless otherwise stated, every person able to see, hear, and observe the virtual course sessions must be a paid participant. Non-compliance of this requirement will result in removal from course. Refunds will not be issued to students who are removed from the course for non-compliance of this requirement.
CANADA ALBERTA PRODUCTIVITY GRANT (CAPG)
(Replacing the Canada – Alberta Job Grant)
The Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) helps employers invest in training that focuses on enhancing productivity skills for their current and future employees that aligns with the needs of their business. It is an employer-driven program meant to partially reimburse the cost for an employer to send their employee(s) for training.
Did you know!! Eligible employers can get government funding to help employees access training opportunities. The CAPG will give you up to 50% of the registration fee (up to $5,000/employee/fiscal year) for training. Whether taking one eligible course or a combination of eligible courses.