English Introduction Course

Course Overview

Do your English skills hold you back? Are you embarrassed by your poor spelling? Are you nervous about filling in forms in front of other people? Are you baffled by your children’s literacy homework? Does your employer expect you to write letters and e-mails with accuracy? Did you leave school without an English qualification and need to brush up? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then we have the ideal courses for you.

Most of our employers tell us that they prefer employees with a good level of English skills. Fewer mistakes are made when you have these skills, saving the company money as well as time. Children’s homework is becoming more advanced with technology and keeping up with our children is more important than ever.

If you believe you would benefit from improving your English skills, whether to help you to improve your job prospects, help your children with their homework, or as a stepping stone to further study, this is the starting point for you.

This is an informal course suitable for anyone and is the very first step to ensuring you are on the right course for your current level of English, enabling you to identify your starting point to improving your reading and writing skills.

What will I Study?

You will:

  • Complete an on-line assessment and a short piece of writing. This is not a test but will identify your current level of skills.
  • Discuss your goals and areas for improvement to plan a way forward.
  • Be introduced to the College on-line learning system so that you can access

classwork/homework from home.

Assessment Method

Throughout the course you will receive feedback from your tutor. You will be assessed using various assessment methods, including on-line and paper-based assessments, individual and group work. You will also learn the skills to self reflect and evaluate your progress.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

What to bring to first session

You will need to take notes so bring along your preferred tools such as pen/paper or electronic device. An A4 ringbinder folder will also be essential.

Possible Next Steps

Following the successful completion of this course, you will be supported to enrol on to the most suitable level course for you.

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