This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact.
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This course is designed to help you build confidence in your writing by focusing on the core elements of grammar, punctuation, and expression. Whether you're returning to learning or want to improve your writing for work or study, this course will support you in developing clear, accurate, and effective written communication. You’ll practise writing for different purposes and audiences and learn how to edit and improve your work.
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You will explore a range of practical writing skills, including:
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https://www.citylit.ac.uk/develop-your-confidence-in-writing-grammar-punctuation-expression-level-1-2335250Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/develop_your_confidence_in_writing_level_1-2_-1024.jpg169169GBPInStock/Courses/Courses/Skills for life/Courses/Skills for life/English skills/Courses/Skills for life/English skills/English skills for life22851364136515761228513641365<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>151185106Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)169169https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/develop_your_confidence_in_writing_level_1-2_-1024_5.jpgInStockDaytimeThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-05-07T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedMay 2026Skills for lifeAEWC02169169Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)13585169develop-your-confidence-in-writing-grammar-punctuation-expression-level-1-2/aewc02-2526<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>0000-Available|2026-05-07 00:00:00<p>This course is designed to help you build confidence in your writing by focusing on the core elements of grammar, punctuation, and expression. Whether you're returning to learning or want to improve your writing for work or study, this course will support you in developing clear, accurate, and effective written communication. You’ll practise writing for different purposes and audiences and learn how to edit and improve your work. </p><p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br /><br /><br /><br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p><p>You will explore a range of practical writing skills, including: </p><ul><li><p><strong>Grammar foundations </strong>– sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Punctuation essentials</strong> – full stops, commas, apostrophes, and more </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing with clarity and style</strong> – paragraphing, tone, and structure </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Vocabulary and expression</strong> – using varied and appropriate language </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Editing and proofreading</strong> – spotting and correcting common errors </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing for real-life contexts</strong> – emails, letters, forms, and short reports </p></li></ul><p>By the end of the course, you should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Write clearly and accurately using correct grammar and punctuation </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Structure your writing effectively for different purposes </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use a wider range of vocabulary and sentence types </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Edit and proofread your work with confidence </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicate your ideas clearly in everyday and professional writing </p></li></ul><p>This is a<strong> Level 1–2 course</strong>, suitable for learners who already have basic reading and writing skills (Entry 3 or above). You should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Read and understand simple texts </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Write short paragraphs or messages </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Be willing to participate in class activities and discussions </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Commit to regular attendance and independent practice </p></li></ul><p>You will learn in a supportive and interactive environment, through: </p><ul><li><p>Group discussions and collaborative tasks </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Practical writing exercises and real-life scenarios </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Feedback from your tutor and peers </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use of digital tools such as Google Classroom for resources and homework </p></li></ul><p>You’ll be expected to complete short writing tasks between sessions to reinforce your learning. </p><p> </p><p>There are no additional costs. You will need: </p><ul><li><p>A pen </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Lined A4 paper </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>A folder to keep your work organised </p></li></ul><p>Your tutor will provide all necessary handouts and worksheets. </p><p> </p><p>After completing this course, you could progress to: </p><ul><li><p>Getting ready for Functional skills Level 1 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Courses in creative<strong> writing</strong>,<strong> business writing</strong>, or <strong>digital skills </strong></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Employment or volunteering roles that require strong written communication </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Further study in areas such as <strong>healthcare</strong>,<strong> education</strong>, or <strong>customer service </strong></p></li></ul><p> </p>English skillsEnglish skills for lifevirtual3035047Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)174174https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/d/e/develop_your_confidence_in_writing_level_1-2_-1024_6.jpgInStockEveningThuKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2026-10-01T00:00:00+00:00Some experience, AdvancedOct 2026Skills for lifeAEWC01174174Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)13987174develop-your-confidence-in-writing-grammar-punctuation-expression-level-1-2/aewc01-2627<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>0000-Available|2026-10-01 00:00:00<p>This course is designed to help you build confidence in your writing by focusing on the core elements of grammar, punctuation, and expression. Whether you're returning to learning or want to improve your writing for work or study, this course will support you in developing clear, accurate, and effective written communication. You’ll practise writing for different purposes and audiences and learn how to edit and improve your work. </p><p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br /><br /><br /><br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p><p>You will explore a range of practical writing skills, including: </p><ul><li><p><strong>Grammar foundations</strong> – sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Punctuation essentials</strong> – full stops, commas, apostrophes, and more </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing with clarity and style </strong>– paragraphing, tone, and structure </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Vocabulary and expression</strong> – using varied and appropriate language </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Editing and proofreading</strong> – spotting and correcting common errors </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing for real-life contexts</strong> – emails, letters, forms, and short reports </p></li></ul><p>By the end of the course, you should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Write clearly and accurately using correct grammar and punctuation </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Structure your writing effectively for different purposes </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use a wider range of vocabulary and sentence types </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Edit and proofread your work with confidence </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicate your ideas clearly in everyday and professional writing </p></li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a<strong> Level 1–2</strong> course, suitable for learners who already have basic reading and writing skills (Entry 3 or above). You should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Read and understand simple texts </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Write short paragraphs or messages </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Be willing to participate in class activities and discussions </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Commit to regular attendance and independent practice </p></li></ul><p>You will learn in a supportive and interactive environment, through: </p><ul><li><p>Group discussions and collaborative tasks </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Practical writing exercises and real-life scenarios </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Feedback from your tutor and peers </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use of digital tools such as Google Classroom for resources and homework </p></li></ul><p>You’ll be expected to complete short writing tasks between sessions to reinforce your learning. </p><p>There are no additional costs. You will need: </p><ul><li><p>A pen </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Lined A4 paper </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>A folder to keep your work organised </p></li></ul><p>Your tutor will provide all necessary handouts and worksheets. </p><p> </p><p>After completing this course, you could progress to: </p><ul><li><p>AEWC02 -Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2) </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Getting ready for Functional skills Level 1 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Courses in<strong> creative writing, business writing</strong>, or<strong> digital skills</strong> </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Employment or volunteering roles that require strong written communication </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Further study in areas such as<strong> healthcare, education</strong>, or<strong> customer service </strong></p></li></ul><p> </p>English skillsEnglish skills for lifevirtual135,139169,17485,87AEWC02,AEWC01INTXThu07/05/26 - 09/07/2617:00 - 19:3017:0019:3010 sessions (over 10 weeks)105-10 weeksDaytime,EveningWeekdayKSKeeley StreetSome experience, AdvancedAvailable courses2026-05-07T00:00:00+00:00,2026-10-01T00:00:00+00:00May 2026,Oct 2026Skills for life169169,174Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)develop-your-confidence-in-writing-grammar-punctuation-expression-level-1-2/aewc02-2526,develop-your-confidence-in-writing-grammar-punctuation-expression-level-1-2/aewc01-2627<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>,<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact.&nbsp;</p> <br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>0000-Available|2026-05-07 00:00:00<p>This course is designed to help you build confidence in your writing by focusing on the core elements of grammar, punctuation, and expression. Whether you're returning to learning or want to improve your writing for work or study, this course will support you in developing clear, accurate, and effective written communication. You’ll practise writing for different purposes and audiences and learn how to edit and improve your work. </p>,<p>This course is designed to help you build confidence in your writing by focusing on the core elements of grammar, punctuation, and expression. Whether you're returning to learning or want to improve your writing for work or study, this course will support you in developing clear, accurate, and effective written communication. You’ll practise writing for different purposes and audiences and learn how to edit and improve your work.&nbsp;</p><p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact. </p> <br /><br /><br /><br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>,<p>This course offers a supportive space for adults to rediscover the building blocks of effective writing. Whether you're returning to education or looking to sharpen your everyday communication, you'll gain the tools to write with greater ease and confidence. Through guided practice and real-world tasks, you'll learn how to express yourself more clearly and with greater impact.&nbsp;</p> <br /><br /><br /><br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p><p>You will explore a range of practical writing skills, including: </p><ul><li><p><strong>Grammar foundations </strong>– sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Punctuation essentials</strong> – full stops, commas, apostrophes, and more </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing with clarity and style</strong> – paragraphing, tone, and structure </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Vocabulary and expression</strong> – using varied and appropriate language </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Editing and proofreading</strong> – spotting and correcting common errors </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing for real-life contexts</strong> – emails, letters, forms, and short reports </p></li></ul>,<p>You will explore a range of practical writing skills, including:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p><strong>Grammar foundations</strong> – sentence structure, verb tenses, subject-verb agreement&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Punctuation essentials</strong> – full stops, commas, apostrophes, and more&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing with clarity and style </strong>– paragraphing, tone, and structure&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Vocabulary and expression</strong> – using varied and appropriate language&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Editing and proofreading</strong> – spotting and correcting common errors&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p><strong>Writing for real-life contexts</strong> – emails, letters, forms, and short reports&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p>By the end of the course, you should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Write clearly and accurately using correct grammar and punctuation </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Structure your writing effectively for different purposes </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use a wider range of vocabulary and sentence types </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Edit and proofread your work with confidence </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicate your ideas clearly in everyday and professional writing </p></li></ul>,<p>By the end of the course, you should be able to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>Write clearly and accurately using correct grammar and punctuation&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Structure your writing effectively for different purposes&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use a wider range of vocabulary and sentence types&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Edit and proofread your work with confidence&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicate your ideas clearly in everyday and professional writing&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is a<strong> Level 1–2 course</strong>, suitable for learners who already have basic reading and writing skills (Entry 3 or above). You should be able to: </p><ul><li><p>Read and understand simple texts </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Write short paragraphs or messages </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Be willing to participate in class activities and discussions </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Commit to regular attendance and independent practice </p></li></ul>,<p>This is a<strong> Level 1–2</strong> course, suitable for learners who already have basic reading and writing skills (Entry 3 or above). You should be able to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>Read and understand simple texts&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Write short paragraphs or messages&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Be willing to participate in class activities and discussions&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Commit to regular attendance and independent practice&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p>You will learn in a supportive and interactive environment, through: </p><ul><li><p>Group discussions and collaborative tasks </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Practical writing exercises and real-life scenarios </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Feedback from your tutor and peers </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use of digital tools such as Google Classroom for resources and homework </p></li></ul><p>You’ll be expected to complete short writing tasks between sessions to reinforce your learning. </p><p> </p>,<p>You will learn in a supportive and interactive environment, through:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>Group discussions and collaborative tasks&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Practical writing exercises and real-life scenarios&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Feedback from your tutor and peers&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use of digital tools such as Google Classroom for resources and homework&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p>You’ll be expected to complete short writing tasks between sessions to reinforce your learning.&nbsp;</p><p>There are no additional costs. You will need: </p><ul><li><p>A pen </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Lined A4 paper </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>A folder to keep your work organised </p></li></ul><p>Your tutor will provide all necessary handouts and worksheets. </p><p> </p>,<p>There are no additional costs. You will need:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>A pen&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Lined A4 paper&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>A folder to keep your work organised&nbsp;</p></li></ul><p>Your tutor will provide all necessary handouts and worksheets.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After completing this course, you could progress to: </p><ul><li><p>Getting ready for Functional skills Level 1 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Courses in creative<strong> writing</strong>,<strong> business writing</strong>, or <strong>digital skills </strong></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Employment or volunteering roles that require strong written communication </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Further study in areas such as <strong>healthcare</strong>,<strong> education</strong>, or <strong>customer service </strong></p></li></ul><p> </p>,<p>After completing this course, you could progress to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p>AEWC02 -Develop your confidence in writing: grammar, punctuation, expression (level 1-2)&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Getting ready for Functional skills Level 1&nbsp;&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Courses in<strong> creative writing, business writing</strong>, or<strong> digital skills</strong>&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Employment or volunteering roles that require strong written communication&nbsp;</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Further study in areas such as<strong> healthcare, education</strong>, or<strong> customer service&nbsp;</strong></p></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p>English skillsEnglish skills for lifeconfigurable
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