Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Brent. Classes run at Brent Start Adult Education Service, part-time during the day. The course runs for 11 weeks and is designed for adults who want to develop their written English skills for everyday life and work. You'll start with an initial assessment so the centre can place you at the right level. Topics cover the basics of written English, including forming letters, words, and simple sentences. These are the building blocks for english for speakers of other languages who are at the very start of their written English journey.
Who this course is for
Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll write simple words and sentences in English.
You'll use basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
You'll spell common everyday words correctly.
You'll write for familiar, practical purposes such as notes, forms, and short messages.
You'll understand how to organise simple written information clearly.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through practical writing tasks and guided activities in the classroom. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course, rather than a formal exam. Your progress is assessed against the Entry Level 1 standard for the Ascentis Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing).
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brent Start Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cleaner or caretaker: written English helps with workplace forms and instructions.
Kitchen assistant: writing skills support food hygiene records and rotas.
Care assistant: basic written English is needed for notes and daily logs.
Retail assistant: writing helps with stock records and customer messages.
Warehouse operative: written skills support labelling and delivery paperwork.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, building on what you've learned at Entry Level 1.
Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across other areas.
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: a wider qualification covering reading, writing, and communication at the next level.
