Focus on Grammar	Course Type
	Non-accredited   Learning Pathway

 

Course Fee	*FREE	Duration	10 Weeks

Course Details

This course is designed for people who need to improve their grammar composition to pass a functional skills course. Classes are taught for 2 hours, once a week.

Course Content

By the end of the course, you will have covered:

• How to use modal verbs.
• using tense and subject-verb agreement correctly in written and spoken english.
• Using different tense forms.
• Using propositions.
• Using articles and determiners.

In addition you will also spend time developing spelling techniques.

Locations

Venue	Day	Time	Start Date	End Date	Enquire
Tipton College, Tupton	Wednesday	12:30pm - 2:30pm	23/09/2026	02/12/2026	Enquire
Ron Davis Centre, Smethwick	Thursday	9:30am - 11:30am	24/09/2026	03/12/2026	Enquire

Who is the course for?

This course is aimed at learners who want to progress onto Leve 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English and who need a push with their writing to get there. It will enable learners to revise and learn new skills away from the stresses of normal family life. This course is designed for people who need to improve their grammar composition to pass a functional skills course. You will have a qualified tutor and will have the opportunity to ask questions and improve your skills. At the end of the course, your tutor will advise you of your progression routes which may include further Progression courses or a Functional Skills English qualification course.

How will I be taught and assessed?

You will need to complete an assessment before you join the course, and advice will be given as to the suitability of the course for you. Learning will take place in a supportive environment, where professional teaching will be differentiated for individual learner needs. Your course will be classroom based and you will take part in with one to one, paired and small group work. Full participation will require you to find some time to complete homework, which will be marked and commented on by the tutor with guidance to help you to know how to improve.

How can I progress?

The course can lead to further learning through Preparing for Functional Skills English and English Functional Skills qualifications.

Do I need to bring my own equipment/materials?

A pen and paper to make notes. Any aids to learning (glasses, hearing aids, etc.).

 

*Your course is funded through the West Midlands Combined Authority, which is government funding.