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Free Entry Level ESOL Writing Course in Derby – Workpays Derby

CostFREE
Duration90 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Course in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. This entry level ESOL skills for life course focuses on written English, covering how to form letters, words, and simple sentences. It suits anyone with limited experience writing in English. The course runs during the day and takes around 90 hours to complete.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to learn how to communicate using English and currently have a limited understanding of how to write in English.

Entry requirements

You do not currently hold a ESOL qualification at this level and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise forming letters and words correctly in English.
  • You'll learn how to write simple words and short phrases.
  • You'll develop basic sentence structure in written English.
  • You'll build familiarity with everyday vocabulary used in writing.
  • You'll understand how punctuation works at an introductory level.
  • You'll apply your writing skills to simple, real-world tasks.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Derby, with flexible daytime sessions. Learning is hands-on and practical, focusing on written tasks you complete during class. Assessment is through written activities that show what you can do. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and confirm when you're ready to be assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cleaner or laundry operative: roles where basic written English helps with forms and rotas.
  • Kitchen assistant: reading and writing simple instructions and labels.
  • Warehouse operative: completing basic written records and paperwork.
  • Care assistant: writing short notes and understanding written instructions.
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing simple stock notes.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level Award, you can move on to the ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 2 Qualification, then Entry Level 3. From there, you could work toward a Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Qualification and eventually Level 2, which is the recognised equivalent of GCSE English for most employers. You could also combine writing study with ESOL reading and speaking qualifications at the same level.

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