APS writing suite
The APS writing suite is for everyone who writes, edits or approves content in the Australian Public Service (APS).
Writing in government isn’t just about sounding professional. It’s about being clear, concise and easy to understand.
The suite aims to build core writing capabilities for all public servants. It includes resources and courses that provide principle-based learning of APS writing.
Choose the learning you would like to explore.
This learning experience has been provided by the Australian Public Service Commission.
Participant benefits
- Apply the Australian Government Style Manual to all written communications.
- Apply principles of plain language and concise writing in government.
- Identify structure, purpose and audience and follow the writing process.
- Build confidence in APS writing to support well-informed decision-making.
Suitable for
All staff
Considerations
- This suite is designed for you to choose your learning.
- Courses do not need to be completed in a particular order, but we recommend you complete APS writing principles before you progress to other courses.
Key topics
- Australian Government Style Manual guidance in APS writing.
- APS spelling, grammar, punctuation, naming and number conventions.
- Concise sentences covering grammar, simple words and avoiding jargon.
- Identify audience, purpose, tone and voice for written communication.
- Principles for using headings, lists and tables in written communications
- The writing process and structuring writing.
- Building and leading good writing culture.
Category and User level
This learning experience aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.
Price
Free of charge
Courses / Resources
This video interview provides guidance on evolving principles of government writing, establishing good writing culture in the APS and developing capable writers.
This video interview provides guidance on writing in the APS, including basic writing principles and managing feedback.
Essential tips for everyone who writes, edits or approves content in the APS.
APS writing fundamentals is Course 1 of the Writing in the APS self-paced interactive eLearning courses. It covers the fundamentals of writing in the Australian Public Service, drawing from Australian Government Style Manual guidance.
APS writing principles is Course 2 of the Writing in the APS self-paced interactive eLearning courses. It covers the principles of effective writing in the Australian Public Service, drawing from Australian Government Style Manual guidance.
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