Editors School Independent Study (DIY) Course

This program is designed to take you from start to having paying editing clients within 90 days, but you can go at your own pace.

Interested? Tell us!

For the Self-Paced Pro

Ready to Work on Their Freelance Editing Career on Their Own Time

You’re independent, motivated, and ready to build a real business — you just need a proven plan. The Editors School Independent Study (DIY) Course gives you everything you need to launch your freelance book editing career in 90 days or less.

Work at your own pace, on your own schedule — while still following a clear, step-by-step path toward success.

What’s Included in the DIY Editing Course

When you enroll, you'll get instant access to the full Editors School curriculum:

📖 The Editors School Manual & Coursework
A complete guide covers both the business and technical skills you need to become a successful freelance editor.

🛠️ Recommended Tools & Resources
A curated list of books, software, and other tools will support your editing journey (no fluff — just what works).

🗓️ Daily Action Guide
You’ll get a breakdown of what to focus on each day, so you’re never left wondering what to do next. Follow the plan, and you’ll see results in 90 days or less.

🕒 Learning On Your Schedule

This course was designed for real life. Whether you're balancing a job or caregiving, or simply love the freedom of learning late at night, you set the pace.

✅ No live sessions to attend
✅ No deadlines
✅ Just solid progress, one lesson at a time

Whom This Is For

The Independent Study (DIY) course path is perfect for these people:

Those who prefer to learn solo, on their own terms or at their own times
Aspiring editors who want an affordable entry point
Action-takers who just need a map to follow

If you’re self-motivated and love checking off to-do lists, this course was made for you.

💬 What Past Students Are Saying

"I took the DIY course and landed my first paid editing gig long before the 90 days were up. The daily guide made it so easy to stay focused and make progress."
— S. K., Former student, now freelance editor

🎓What You’ll Walk Away With

By the end of this course, you’ll have:

A clear understanding of how to run your editing business
Practical editing skills for real clients
Templates, tools, and systems you can reuse again and again
The confidence to take on your first (or next!) paying project

Ready to Build Your Business?

Work at your own pace. Launch your business in 90 days.

Let us know if you're interested in the Editors School Independent Study (DIY) Course for $149.