Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Rush Green Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers written English at Level 1, building the skills employers and further education providers look for. It takes around 90 hours to complete.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll write clearly for different purposes and audiences.
You'll organise your writing so it's easy to follow.
You'll use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling in your written work.
You'll write sentences and paragraphs that communicate your meaning accurately.
You'll adapt your writing style to suit formal and informal situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Rush Green Campus. Teaching covers written English skills through guided practice and class activities. Assessment is by a written examination set by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written communication is a core requirement.
Office administrator: emails, letters, and forms need accurate written English.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils requires confident written skills.
Care assistant: record-keeping and reports rely on clear writing.
Retail supervisor: written tasks include rotas, logs, and correspondence.
Warehouse administrator: written accuracy matters for stock and safety records.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (writing): the next step up, and the level that matches GCSE English equivalence for many employers.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (reading): broaden your English skills alongside your writing qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: recognised by employers and colleges as a general English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking.
