The latest training courses from the NCTJ's Journalism Skills Academy

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We are heading towards the end of 2025, it’s great to have a well-earned break on the horizon! Before we get there, I’m pleased to share the dates for the final NCTJ masterclasses series of the year and the sessions coming up in early 2026. They are aimed at people from a wide range of industries with varying skillsets. We hope there is something in here that may be of interest to help develop your team.

Editing skills masterclass series - 1 December - 5 December- choose specific days or the full series

Developing interview skills lunch and learn -13 January

Engage your audience - journalistic principles and how to write with impact masterclass - 14 January

Essential digital skills masterclass - 21 January

Feature writing masterclass - 3 February

Media law masterclass -  4 February

AI for journalists and communications professionals masterclass - 10 February

Journalism to PR masterclass - 11 February

Data journalism - how to find compelling stories in data - 18 February

Introduction to podcasting masterclass - 19 February

Editing skills lunch and learn - 23 - 27 February - choose specific days or the full series

Please keep an eye on the schedule for future dates and if you can't make a session you are interested in, please let me know.

The NCTJ also has a wide range of additional e-learning CPD to support people across their careers. These include Essentials of media law, Introduction to radio broadcasting and a recently updated free course Reporting on migration.

Finally, our bespoke options remain a great way to upskill a larger group or to offer a more tailored approach. We've delivered courses on AI, podcasting, media training, media law, financial journalism this year. If you have an idea for a session that you'd like to discuss, do get in touch.

Contact: laura.pilling@nctj.com

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