Questions concerning grammar usage often come up at work. This workshop covers the basics of grammar, word usage, spelling, and punctuation. Everything covered in this fast-paced workshop has a practical application for writers.

NOTE: This course supports the principles of Plain Talk.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Understand the importance of studying grammar.
• Identify nouns, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions.
• Correctly use verbs and subject/verb agreement.
• Form plurals and possessives.
• Know when to capitalize words.
• Identify parts of a sentence.
• Use major punctuation marks effectively.

Intended Audience: Anyone who writes, edits, proofreads, or prepares final copy for distribution or publication.

Sales Tax Notice: Effective October 1, 2025 
In accordance with Washington State law (ESSB 5814), sales tax will be applied to all training services. In addition to the course cost, sales tax will be calculated based on your agency's location and added to your final invoice after the class is completed.