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English Writing Course

Speak with a teacher first. Practical advice, no sales pressure.

  • CEDEO-recognised quality training provider
  • Trustpilot-rated excellent by professionals
  • Native-speaker trainers
  • Established in 2009 in the Netherlands
  • English training assignments for the Gemeente Amsterdam
  • Your intake is with a teacher, not a salesperson

About the course

This English Writing Course is designed for professionals, academics, and experienced ESL writers who need to produce clear, accurate, and effective written English. The training is private and one-to-one, allowing the content, pace, and focus to be fully adapted to your work and writing context.

Our clients include business professionals, researchers, PhD candidates, journalists, and technical writers, including those working in specialized fields such as healthcare, life sciences, and engineering. The focus is always on real texts and real writing challenges.

How the training works

Training is delivered as private 1:1 sessions, either in person or online. Each course starts with an intake session with a teacher, not a salesperson. This allows us to assess your level, understand your writing goals, and agree on a practical, focused approach.

Sessions are hands-on and text-based. You work on your own documents and receive detailed feedback on structure, clarity, tone, and language use. Depending on your needs, sessions may include rewriting, editing, or guided revision, as well as targeted explanation of grammar and style issues that affect your writing.

Native-speaker trainers with strong writing expertise

All training is delivered by experienced native-speaker English trainers with strong expertise in professional and academic writing. Depending on your needs, your trainer can support you as a:

  • writing coach
  • editor
  • translator (from Dutch or other languages into English)
  • or, where appropriate, as a ghostwriter

This is always done transparently and collaboratively, with a focus on maintaining your voice and intent.

Fully customized to your writing and field

This course does not follow a fixed syllabus. The content is built around your role, your field, and the types of texts you need to produce. Training may focus on:

  • professional and business writing
  • academic papers, theses, or grant applications
  • journalistic or editorial writing
  • technical documentation (for example in pharma or engineering)
  • clarity, tone, structure, and argumentation
  • grammar and style in context

The emphasis is on precision, readability, and appropriateness for your audience.

Locations and online training

Amsterdam

Amstelveen

Den Haag

Hoofddorp

And online, via live Zoom or your preferred platform. Online training is fully interactive and suitable for international participants or those who prefer flexible access. In-company training is also available online.

Flexible scheduling

Because the training is private, scheduling is flexible and can be adapted around work, research, or publication deadlines. Sessions are typically held on weekdays during the day or evening.

Course length and intensity vary. Some clients choose short, targeted support for a specific text or project; others opt for longer-term coaching or ongoing editorial support.

Online training is fully interactive and suitable for international participants or those who prefer flexible access. In-company training is also available for organizations.

Course formats and pricing

Training is offered in flexible packages rather than fixed, one-size-fits-all courses. Package size and focus depend on your goals, the type of writing support you need, and the level of depth required.

Some clients need short, targeted support for a specific text or project. Others choose more extensive coaching or ongoing editorial support over a longer period. Pricing reflects the scope and intensity of the work, as well as whether sessions take place in person or online.

During the free intake session, a teacher will assess your needs and recommend a suitable format and package.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is designed for professionals, academics, and experienced writers who already have a good command of English and want to improve the quality, clarity, and consistency of their writing. Participants include business professionals, researchers, PhD candidates, journalists, and technical writers working in specialised fields.

How long does the course take?

Course length varies depending on your goals, the type of writing support you need, and your availability. Some clients choose short, focused support for a specific text or project, while others opt for longer-term coaching or ongoing editorial support. This is discussed during the free intake session.

Do you work with American or British English?

Yes. We work with both American and British English. At the start of the training, you choose the variety that best fits your audience or publication requirements. We then ensure consistent spelling, punctuation, and usage throughout your writing.

Do you offer editing, translation, or ghostwriting?

Yes, depending on your needs. Our trainers can support you as writing coaches, editors, translators, or—where appropriate—ghostwriters working closely with you. This is always done transparently and in collaboration with you, with careful attention to tone and authorship.

Can you help me use AI tools for writing or editing?

Yes, where appropriate. Trainers can provide guidance on the responsible use of AI tools for drafting and editing, including prompt design and critical review of AI output. AI is treated as a support tool, not a substitute for professional writing expertise or human judgment.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. After completing the course, you can request a PDF certificate confirming your participation in a recognised English writing training programme. The certificate bears the CEDEO logo.

Is my work treated confidentially?

Yes. All texts and discussions are treated as strictly confidential. This is particularly important for academic work, unpublished research, and professional or commercial documents.

Next steps in improving your English writing

If you’d like to discuss your goals, you’re welcome to book a free intake session. You’ll speak directly with a teacher, not a salesperson, and receive practical advice about the most suitable course format for you.

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