Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Bath. Classes run at Bath College City Centre Campus, part-time during the day. Funding may be available for some learners. Contact the college to find out what applies to you. The course runs for 11 weeks and focuses on written English for speakers of other languages. You'll develop the writing skills needed for everyday life, work, and further study. Classes follow a manageable pace, making them practical for anyone fitting study around other commitments.
Who this course is for
Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.
What you will learn
You'll write sentences and short texts clearly in English.
You'll use correct spelling for common everyday words.
You'll apply basic punctuation, including full stops and capital letters.
You'll organise your writing so it makes sense to the reader.
You'll write for practical purposes such as forms, messages, and notes.
You'll understand how to adapt your writing for different situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bath College City Centre Campus. Learning is hands-on, with written tasks and exercises in class. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout the course to help you improve.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bath College City Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: writing emails and messages to customers.
Care assistant: completing daily records and care notes.
Retail assistant: handling written communications and stock records.
Warehouse operative: reading and completing written instructions.
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written health and safety guidance.
Office administrator: writing basic correspondence and filling in forms.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Certificate: builds your reading skills alongside writing.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Certificate: rounds out your English communication skills.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Certificate: the next step up in written English, recognised by many employers as equivalent to GCSE English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a broader English qualification that covers reading, writing, and communication together.
