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Journalism training courses

Armada offers a range of journalism training courses to journalists, editorial assistants, press officers and anyone who is looking to improve their journalistic skills and understanding.

Our journalism training courses will develop and refine your journalistic talent, preparing you for the challenges you will encounter in your work as a journalist.

As well as teaching the core skills needed to produce high quality written work, our journalism training courses offer invaluable hints and tips from a seasoned journalist and instructor who has built up a rich knowledge base from years of exposure to the front line of journalism.

What journalism training courses are available?

	Course title	Duration	Scheduled?	On-demand?
	Introduction to journalism	2 days	-	Yes
	Introduction to feature writing	2 days	-	Yes
	Effective writing for journalism	1 day	-	Yes
	Writing press releases	1 day	-	Yes

Why attend journalism training with Armada?

Here are five reasons:

		Expert trainer: courses are run by our highly experienced trainer who has many years' experience of working as a journalist and researcher, for both local and national newspapers and in business.
		Small group size: training is provided in small groups meaning we can focus on the topics that are important to you.
		Practical training: we place a great emphasis on making the training practical, getting you to practice the techniques for yourself as you work through the course. The trainer provides advice relevant to your circumstances and requirements based on his experience.
		Pricing: courses are priced competitively.
		After-course support: after attending training, you are entitled to 30 days email support from Armada to help you through any post-training issues.

Where do these training courses take place?

Scheduled courses are hosted in Bromsgrove in the Midlands, close to the M5/M6/M40/M42 motorway network. We regularly train delegates from all parts of the UK including Birmingham and the Midlands, London, Oxford, Yorkshire, East Anglia, Manchester and Liverpool, as well as Scotland and Wales. We can provide details of excellent local accommodation from £37 per night.

On-demand courses can be held at either our training centre in Bromsgrove or your venue.