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Writing in the APS: APS writing fundamentals

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This learning experience is available anytime and is delivered by Virtual Self-Directed.

​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. 

​This learning experience has been provided by the Australian Public Service Commission. 

Participant benefits

  • ​Identify the correct use of Australian spelling, grammar, punctuation, naming and number conventions in government writing.
  • Use plain language to improve written communication.
  • Write concise sentences to improve readability.
  • Apply Australian Government Style Manual guidance to government writing. 

Suitable for

All staff

Category and User level

This learning experience is part of the Program: APS writing suite and aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.

Price

Free of charge.

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Writing in the APS: APS writing fundamentals

Location
Australia wide (Virtual)
This course is available anytime and is delivered by Virtual Self-Directed.
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Last updated
20 March 2026

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