Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. The course runs for around 3 months and focuses on written English for speakers of other languages. You'll develop the writing skills needed for everyday life, work, and further study in the UK. There are no specific entry requirements; the college will assess your level before you start to make sure this is the right fit. This is a free ESOL skills for life: writing qualification for adults looking to strengthen their written English. City and Guilds Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) with certificate.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SESOL | Course Title = ESOL Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60141992 | Qualification Aim Title = Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) | College Delivery Area = Professional and Creative Studies (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll write clearly and accurately for a range of everyday purposes.
You'll structure sentences and paragraphs correctly in written English.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling at Level 2 standard.
You'll plan and organise your writing before you draft it.
You'll adapt your writing style to suit different audiences and situations.
You'll proofread and check your own written work for errors.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at South Tyneside College with daytime sessions across the 3-month course. Assessment is through written tasks that demonstrate your ability to produce accurate, organised English text. You'll be assessed on your writing rather than through a formal written exam, with tasks designed to reflect real writing situations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written English is essential for emails and correspondence.
Administrative assistant: writing skills support letters, reports, and records.
Healthcare support worker: documentation and care notes require accurate writing.
Retail team member: written communication used in stock, orders, and customer contact.
Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires confident written English.
Warehouse operative: written records and forms are part of daily work.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): pairs well with this writing qualification to build a fuller picture of your English skills.
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): rounds out your ESOL profile for work and further study.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE-equivalent English qualification, useful when employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Level 3 ESOL or English qualifications: if you want to progress to higher-level study or professional roles.
