Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Writing Course in Southampton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College. Daytime sessions are part-time, so you can fit study around family or other commitments. The course runs over one year. You'll develop your written English skills, from forming sentences to organising ideas clearly on the page. This is an entry level esol skills for life: writing qualification for adults aged 19 and over. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point for you.

Who this course is for

19+

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll write sentences using correct grammar and punctuation.
  • You'll spell common everyday words accurately.
  • You'll organise your writing clearly for different purposes.
  • You'll use paragraphs to structure your ideas.
  • You'll write for practical situations, such as messages, notes, and short texts.
  • You'll understand how to adapt your writing for different readers.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Itchen College with a teacher and other students. Learning is hands-on, with written tasks and exercises in class. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. Your teacher will give you feedback throughout the course to help you improve.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Itchen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: clear written English helps with emails and forms
  • Care assistant: writing records and notes is part of daily work
  • Retail assistant: writing labels, messages, and stock notes
  • Receptionist: writing messages, emails, and appointment details
  • School support assistant: written communication with staff and parents
  • Warehouse operative: completing written paperwork and records

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, building on Entry Level 3 writing skills.
  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across other areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: covers reading, writing, and communication together in one qualification, recognised by employers across the UK.

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