This webinar introduces participants to strategies and techniques that will enable them to write with confidence and know-how. Participants will discover how to express personality and style in their writing, tap into their natural creativity, and present messages in ways that will achieve positive results in public health. We will address techniques for tailoring writing to meet readers' needs, applying effective email etiquette, and writing precisely to avoid dangerous misunderstandings or mixed messages.

Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • define and apply ‘user-centered’ design for effective professional writing;
  • define the elements of ‘audience analysis’ and its practical relevance to professional written communication;
  • identify strategies to overcome potential ‘writer’s block;’
  • describe effective strategies for proofreading your writing;
  • describe the structure and relevance of briefing memos for effective workplace communication; and
  • describe and apply the elements for professional email etiquette.

Registration closes on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at noon.  

Event Details

Please let us know if you require an accommodation in order to participate in this event. Accommodations may include live captioning, ASL interpreters, and/or captioned media and accessible documents from recorded events. At least 5 days in advance is recommended.


Log on to marphtc.pitt.edu and sign in or create an account, then enroll in the course under "Upcoming."  You will receive an email confirmation that contains important information about the course and the Zoom link to join. 

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