Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs

$ 995.00

Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

Learn to Write for Online Publications Around the World

Study how to write engaging, professional articles and blogs

The Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course will train you to write compelling online articles and posts for New Zealand websites and blogs, as well as global publications.

This article writing course is perfect if you want to upskill by polishing your online article writing skills, or if you want to blog about your business or services you offer. It might be that you’d like the flexibility to earn some extra income whenever and wherever it suits you.

Step by step, you’ll learn to strengthen your SEO skills, craft punchy headlines, write engrossing content and draft a bio so that you can confidently produce professional copy that’s good to go.

The Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course Gives You...

No Automated Marking

We use traditional methods of assessing work, as editors at publishing houses would. No generic feedback!

A Flexible Schedule

Work wherever and whenever you want. You can easily fit our courses around work and other commitments.

Relevant, Usable Content

Easy-to-digest course notes that capture a lifetime of writing experience, ready for you to apply to your own writing.

Ongoing Assessment

Your writing is assessed continuously as your course progresses.

Expert, Individual Feedback

Get prompt, honest, detailed feedback on every assignment from an award-winning writer. We focus on your unique writing strengths.

No Peer Reviews!

You will only be assessed by your tutor, a leader in their field. No more guessing and wondering how to write; you'll be guided line by line.

Fast-track Your Progress on the Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

Develop versatile online content writing skills
at NZ Writers College

Over eight modules, discover how to write ready-to-pitch articles for your chosen online platform. This course will guide you through the building blocks of structuring and honing compelling and readable content. You’ll also receive insider tips on how to avoid common mistakes that writers often make when launching into journalism or blogging.

You’ll walk away with three complete articles on different topics and receive personalised feedback from your tutor every step of the way.

This course is ideal for anyone stepping into a professional communications role or for a confident writer who wants to develop a new freelance skill.

Fast-track Your Progress on the Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

Develop versatile online writing skills

Over eight modules, discover how to write ready-to-pitch articles for your chosen online platform. This course will guide you through the building blocks of structuring and honing compelling and readable content. You’ll also receive insider tips on how to avoid common mistakes that writers often make when launching into journalism or blogging.

You’ll walk away with three complete articles on different topics and receive personalised feedback from your tutor every step of the way.

This course is ideal for anyone stepping into a professional communications role or for a confident writer who wants to develop a new freelance skill.

'This is one of the best courses I have ever studied. The assessments are fun as you can put your own angle and style into each one. My tutor Fiona was positive and encouraging and also gave great feedback to improve my work.'

Sky Scott, Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

Course Overview

COURSE FEE

$ 995

Price includes GST

NUMBER OF ASSIGNMENTS

19

The assignments vary in length.

NUMBER OF MODULES

8

These modules include around 200 pages of course notes.

COURSE DURATION

7

Work at your own pace – up to a maximum of seven months.

START DATE: ANYTIME

Working with an individual tutor means you can start the course at any time.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Basic writing skills are essential.
  • Computer skills, e-mail and Internet access required.
  • No previous tertiary qualification required.

Our Graduate Students' Successes

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Tutors for this Course

You may choose a tutor that you would like to work with.

Ewan McDonald

Ewan McDonald is a multi-award-winning editor, journalist and critic. As features editor of the NZ Herald, editor of The Aucklander, and as a travel and food & wine writer, he and his teams have won more than 50 national and international awards.

Previous roles include Managing Editor of Custom Publications for New Zealand’s largest media company, NZME, with responsibilities from travel publications to Motoring, Lifestyle, Food and Wine, Real Estate and Commercial Property, Entertainment and Sustainable Lifestyle & Business publications.

He was Founding Editor of New Zealand’s most awarded community newspaper, The Aucklander. For 12 years he was the country’s most widely read restaurant reviewer, featuring in Viva (NZ Herald) and www.nzherald.co.nz. He has written about travel for more than 20 years, mostly for the NZ Herald, associated publications and the NZ Woman’s Weekly.

Lorraine Forrest-Turner

Lorraine Forrest-Turner is a freelance copywriter, published author and writing skills teacher.

She has worked on all sides of the words business, from journalism and public relations to marketing communications and content production. She writes articles and blog posts on a range of subjects, including eCommerce and retail, digital asset management, health and wellbeing, and personal communication skills.

Lorraine is a member of the Professional Copywriters Network, the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, the Public Relations Consultants Association and Slough Writers Group. She hails from Aberdeen, Scotland, but has lived most of her adult life in Bucks, England.

Course Curriculum

Module 1

The Web Writing Industry Uncovered
  • Key questions about writing for online markets
  • How is web journalism different from print?
  • Basic features of a web article
  • Two-part assignment

 

Module 2

Finding Ideas for Articles
  • Finding ideas
  • Choosing and analysing a target publication
  • Research basics
  • Three-part assignment

 

Module 3

Writing Eye-Catching Headlines and Blurbs
  • How to write a good headline for the Web
  • Writing blurbs and subheadings
  • Choosing keywords
  • Four-part assignment
 
 

Module 4

Mastering the Intro Paragraph
  • How to write a gripping lead paragraph
  • Two-part assignment

 

Module 5

Writing Compelling Article Middles
  • Filling out paragraphs 2–10
  • Key web writing strategies
  • Quoting experts
  • Working on logical flow
  • Avoiding plagiarism
  • Two-part assignment

 

Module 6

Closing With a Bang!
  • Writing meaningful conclusions
  • Checking on chunking
  • Creating lists and resource boxes
  • Four-part assignment

 

Module 7

Polishing Your Article
  • Editing tips
  • Where to find work
  • Copyright issues
  • Tips for managing your writing business
  • Two-part assignment

 

Module 8

Submitting Your Article to an Editor
  • How to write a cover letter
  • How to write a query letter
  • Write and submit an article to an editor of a webzine

 

What Our Students Say

Susan HarwardWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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I learnt a lot on this course. It gave me up-to-date knowledge and insight into the requirements needed for this type of writing. Fiona was a wonderful tutor. She was extremely prompt in responding and always gave thorough and helpful feedback. I enjoyed learning online with a tutor at my own pace, rather than in a group situation. My writing confidence has dramatically improved as a result of doing two courses with the college.
Anthea BristoweWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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As a former old-school journalist, I found the course on Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs hugely helpful. It is not easy to make the transition from print to digital media, but the course was a skilful blend of instruction in writing, tailored to the demands of Internet publishing. The assignments were demanding, calling for extensive reflection and research, which is precisely what an assignment should be. To guide me on the way, I was gifted with an extraordinarily insightful and constructive tutor who thoughtfully guided me through the learning process. I can only endorse and recommend The Writers College to anyone who, like myself, wants to start a blog.
Colleen PageWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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Overall, the course more than met my expectations. It offered a Every minute of this course was fun and enlightening. Based on the great course content and tutoring, I have been able to start my own blog with much success and confidence. My tutor was excellent. She was extremely competent and I learnt so much from her assessments and guidance. Every aspect of the course, from the initial registration to the end, is commendable.
Sky ScottWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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This course has been great fun. It is one of the best courses I have ever studied; the assessments are fun as you can put your own angle and style into each one. My tutor Fiona was positive and encouraging and also gave great feedback to improve my work. She is wonderful and has given me great tips and feedback.
Jennifer BakerWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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It’s been practical and very helpful to learn about the tips and tricks for website writing. Lorraine was very supportive and encouraging. The course was worthwhile to complete; it definitely helped to improve my writing style and increased my confidence to write.
Pauline StratfordWriting Articles For Websites and Blogs Course
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The course was perfect for me. I was given the challenge I needed and the platform to get me into writing. I’d highly recommend the Writers College courses.
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Lifetime Course Access

Benefit from free lifetime access to future course updates and access to our writing resources.

Work at Your Own Pace

Our courses work around you. You can pace your course around your busy life.

500+ Bonus Articles on Our Blog

A superb, constantly updated resource with articles on writing and interviews with writers.

Work Opportunities

Top students are invited to join our writers and editors for hire service.

Be the First to Know About Writing Competitions

We'll help you keep up to date with the latest competition announcements

Join a Community of Writers

You will have access to our friendly Facebook community, daily writing tips and writing inspiration.

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We are so confident that you will love your course that if you’re not 100% satisfied with the quality of our training, simply ask for a refund within 30 days.

Complete the Application Form to Enrol on the Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

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Questions?
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The course consists of five modules. Detailed course notes covering the content of each module are emailed to you. At the end of each module, you will be required to complete writing exercises. In total, the course includes 40 short writing assignments, all of which count towards your final result. Once the writing assignment has been completed and emailed to your tutor, an assessment and feedback will be sent to you and the module will be considered complete. You will then download the next module from the Student Centre.

Absolutely. You have direct communication with your tutor for the duration of the course. The more questions you ask, the more you will get out of the course.

You will get lifetime access to the course. You will also benefit from future updates and improvements to the course.

For the majority of our courses, only your tutor will see your work. It will remain completely private unless you get it published. The journalism courses might see your work published in the public domain, but you do have the final say as to whether or not this happens.

You will receive a Writers College Certificate upon successful completion of the course, provided you meet the following conditions: 

  • You must have completed all 19 assignments.
  • The course must have been completed within seven months of registration.
  • A minimum average of 50% for the course must be achieved.
  • Basic writing skills are essential.
  • Basic computer skills, as well as email and Internet access are required.
  • No previous tertiary qualification is required.

Because you will work with an individual tutor, you can start your course as soon as your application has been approved. There are no specific start dates as would be the case with a traditional college.

An application is usually approved within one working day. Once we receive proof of payment, your can start your course.

You could be starting your course today!

  • Reading Time: 14 hours
  • Writing Time: Up to 15 hours
  • Research Time: 5–10 hours, depending on the complexity of your articles

Once your application has been approved, you will receive notification of approval and an invoice via email. As soon as we receive proof of payment, the first module as well as your tutor’s email address and your login details will be sent to you. Your tutor will also be in touch to welcome you.

Any work created on our courses is owned by you. We will never make a claim to anything you produce. We follow the rule that copyright subsists with the creator (you).

'Fun, interactive course. Content is valuable and rich. With online courses, it makes such a difference to have a tutor that is continually available.'

Kristel Crevits, Writing Articles for Websites and Blogs Course

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