Do you have a passion for poetry but lack the confidence to write or submit your work for publication? Are you interested in the technical aspects involved in poetic writing? Whatever your motivation for exploring poetry, this course will inspire your passion project.
The Certificate of Poetry is an online program that will explore the works of famous poets and help you to develop your ability to understand and write different styles of poetry.
In this professional development course, you will discover the nature and scope of poetry, how to use poetic devices and how to write in a variety of styles from odes to sonnets, Haiku, limericks and tongue twisters.
You will also explore creative writing resources and industry sources that will help you develop as a poet and the crucial steps involved in getting your work published.
On completion of this course, you will feel confident to read, interpret and write poetry of high quality that others will appreciate.
Course Structure
Unit – Poetry
Topic 1 - Introduction
- Nature and scope of poetry
- Brief description of the many different types of poetry
- Poetic devices (Rhyme, Assonance, Alliteration, Personification, Onomatopoeia, Imagery, Symbolism, Similie, Metaphor)
- Styles that tell a story (Monody, Ballad, Epitaph)
- Classic styles (Sonnet, Ode, Haiku)
- Monorhyme
- Trick poems (Limerick, Tonge Twister, Shape Poem, Palindrome)
- Styles classified according to arrangement of lines (Quatrain Style, Pantoum, Free Verse, Villanelle, Clerihew, Damante, Acrostic Style)
- Keeping a notebook
- Editing
- Terminology
Topic 2 - The work of other poets
- Shakespeare
- Kendall
- Batejeman
- Angelou
- Shelley
- Dickinson
- Edgar Allen Poe
Topic 3 - Encouraging your creativity
- Exploring creativity
- Understanding your own creativity
Topic 4 - Developing different styles of poetry A (Some Classic Styles)
- Ode
- Sonnet
- Italian Sonnet
- Haiku
- Writing Haiku
Topic 5 - Developing different styles of poetry B (Following the Rules)
- Quatrain
- Pantoum
- Acrostic
- 21st Century Visual Poetry
Topic 6 - Developing different styles of poetry C (Poetry for Story Telling)
- Developing a story in poetry
- Planning a story
- Developing your voice
- Ambience
- Ending a story
- Epitaph style
- Monody
Topic 7 - Developing different styles of poetry D (Styles for Fun and Trickery)
- Funny poems
- Tongue twisters
- Limericks
Topic 8 - Getting your work published (how and where)
- Creative writing resources
- Other industry resources
- How and where to get published
- Self publishing
- Vanity publishing
Assessment
When you study with Australian Online Courses you will be assessed using a competency-based training method. Competency-based training focuses on a learner’s ability to receive, respond to and process information to achieve a competency result. As such, skills-based and knowledge assessments are geared towards attainment to meet industry-defined standards.
Assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, including short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Poet
- Children’s writers
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