Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Course in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around family, work, or other commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life course focuses on written English, helping you practise forming sentences, spelling, and putting your ideas on paper. The course typically takes one year part-time. You'll work toward an entry level ESOL skills for life (writing) qualification assessed by Trinity College London. Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 1) with certificate.
Who this course is for
19+
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll form simple sentences in written English.
You'll practise correct spelling of everyday words.
You'll use basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
You'll write short texts for familiar, everyday purposes.
You'll communicate simple information clearly in writing.
You'll build awareness of how written English is structured.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Itchen College. Activities include guided writing practice, teacher feedback, and short written tasks. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. Trinity College London sets and marks the assessment for the entry level ESOL skills for life (writing) certificate.
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: written communication is used daily in this role.
Warehouse operative: writing is needed for records and basic paperwork.
Care assistant: written notes and records are part of the job.
Retail assistant: labels, stock notes, and messages require basic writing.
Cleaner or facilities operative: signing forms and logs is part of the role.
Kitchen assistant: written instructions and rotas are common in this work.
What you could study next
Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 2): the next step up in written English, building on what you've learned at Entry 1.
Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 1): develop your reading skills alongside your writing.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking.
