ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. This course is for people whose first language is not English and who want to strengthen their written English. Over 12 weeks, you'll work on the writing skills used in everyday life and work. It covers the level 1 ESOL skills for life writing qualification, building from practical tasks you'll actually use. Ascentis Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) with certificate.
Who this course is for
For learners looking to improve their English skills where their first language is not English
What you will learn
You'll write simple sentences using correct grammar and punctuation.
You'll spell common everyday words accurately.
You'll organise your writing clearly for different purposes.
You'll write short texts such as messages, notes, and forms.
You'll use vocabulary suited to everyday situations in the UK.
You'll check and correct your own writing for errors.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom with a tutor and other students. Assessment is through written tasks and exercises completed during the course. You'll be assessed on your ability to produce written English at Level 1, covering sentence structure, spelling, punctuation, and text organisation. There is an initial assessment at the start so the course is matched to the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written communication needed daily
Receptionist: emails, messages, and forms in English
Care assistant: written records and notes for clients
Retail assistant: written tasks including stock and orders
Warehouse operative: reading and completing written instructions
Cleaner or caretaker: completing written logs and reports
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): builds your English reading skills at the same level, complementing your writing.
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): rounds out your English communication skills.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life qualifications: the next step up, moving toward the standard employers often ask for when they say GCSE English or equivalent.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: an alternative route if you want a qualification recognised as a GCSE equivalent.
