Course overview

This course is for adult learners whose first language is not English. The course will provide support with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and is particularly aimed at learners who need extra help with reading and writing and the English alphabet. On this course you will improve reading and writing, including spelling, punctuation, vocabulary and simple sentences. The course is for learners with a pre-entry level of English.

Course description

This is an English course for adults. You will develop basic English language skills. Before you can enrol on this course, you’ll do a skills check. This is for us to make sure you get on the right course for your level.

Please note that you’ll need an internet connection to study this English course for beginners. This is so you can access our digital learning platform, Canvas. We use Canvas for homework, and also for tasks and activities in the classroom.

You will need to use your phone in class to work on Canvas, and you should also bring a notebook and pen or pencil.

On this course you will learn to:

• write with upper case and lower case letters

• recognise and read common words

• use simple punctuation

• improve your spelling of common words

• write simple sentences

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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