Discover how a freelance writing course at AWC can change your life.

If you’d like the flexibility and freedom of becoming a freelance writer or copywriter – getting paid to write articles for publications or content for clients – you'll find the ideal course here.

Our courses are online so you can learn from anywhere. Tutor-led courses give you the online classroom experience so you can connect with other writers, while self-paced courses give you the flexibility to do the course in your own time.

Each course has been created by experts in the industry to give you access to an exciting (and often life-changing) new revenue stream. Many freelancers do it part-time, while others make a career out of it. The choice is yours!

Explore an area of interest below and embrace a freelance lifestyle for yourself…

Learn how to write compelling feature articles.

Fast track your freelance writing career with industry-specific skills.

Learn the essential skills to become a copywriter.

Advance your copywriting career with extra skills.

Freelance Writing Stage 1

Industry advice on writing for publications.

Techniques on structure, research, interviewing.

Find and pitch story ideas with confidence.

Foundation

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

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Freelance Writing Masterclass Program

Further real-world mentoring.

Direct access to expert feedback/advice.

Sharpen your skills, fast-track success.

Advanced

Online community,
tutorials and mentoring

$65 per month.
12-month commitment


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Freelance writing – extra skills

Hone your techniques and explore an area of interest

Opinion Writing

Learn how to craft opinion pieces for publications

Communicate your passion with a wider audience.

Receive personalised feedback on your writing.

Development

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$395

To be announced


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Food Writing

Learn how to break into the industry.

How to write delicious reviews and recipes.

Combine your love of food and writing.

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

$495

15 October 2024


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Travel Writing

Write engaging travel content.

Tips on itineraries, photography, freebies.

Turn any place into a paid story.

Online self-paced course

$395


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Profile Writing

Write compelling human stories.

Learn pacing, structure and style.

Valuable insights from a top profiler.

Online self-paced course

$175


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Content Writing

Create compelling content quickly.

Showcase specific expertise.

Engage readers with easy templates.

Online self-paced course

$245


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How to Write Media Releases

Learn to correctly structure releases.

Understand the key points to deliver.

Tips on maximising exposure and hit-rate.

Online self-paced course

$345


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The Business of Freelancing

Turn your feature writing into a business.

Tips on invoicing, tax and more.

How to be effective in quoting for jobs.

Online self-paced course

$147


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Copywriting

Learn the foundation skills to get started as a copywriter

Copywriting Essentials

Write headlines and words that sell.

Take creative briefs and do research.

Earn money immediately from clients.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$550

19 August 2024


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Copywriting – extra skills

Increase your copywriting services and knowledge

SEO Copywriting

Write copy that Google loves.

Tips on making your words smarter.

Charge more as an expert.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$550

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

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How to Build a Successful Freelance Copywriting Business

Strategies for getting more clients.

How to fill your portfolio fast.

Position yourself as a specialist.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$550

12 August 2024


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Copy Club

Receive exclusive tutorials, training and templates.

Meet like-minded people and expand your network.

Enjoy monthly motivation and a copywriting coach.

Online community,
tutorials and mentoring

$65 per month
12-month commitment


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UX Writing

Create seamless online user experiences.

Best practice app and web techniques.

Convert more customers and drive sales.

1-day online LIVE
with tutor

$345

2 September 2024


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Real Estate Copywriting

Unlock a reliable revenue stream.

Tips and templates on getting started.

Earn course cost back in just one job.

Online self-paced course

$195


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Email Marketing and Copywriting

Write high performing emails and newsletters that get results.

Learn the digital marketing fundamentals that underpin a successful email campaign.

Gain the skills to promote yourself as an expert email copywriter.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$795

4 November 2024


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