Course Overview
This innovative and interactive online course is designed to help students develop their writing skills whilst also encouraging personal growth
NEC’s Writing for Wellbeing course aims to increase mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing through writing.
Writing for wellbeing is about using the power of words and creative writing to explore yourself, your life and your thoughts and feelings. It differs from creative writing in that the focus is less on the product, such as a short story, poem or novel, and more on the process of writing. It is not a therapy, but is intended to be gently therapeutic, and to assist in maintaining or improving a sense of personal wellness.
As part of your studies, you will submit progress checks to your tutor at the end of each topic. These are usually questions or small tasks designed to help you reflect on your learning and to develop your creative ideas. There is also an optional assignment at the end of the course where you can submit a piece of creative work. You will receive detailed feedback on both your progress check activities and your assignment.
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Distance learning that fits around you
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1:1 tutor support
Writing for Wellbeing at a glance
Here is what’s included in our course
Online learning with support from a personal tutor
- Complete at your own pace
- Approx. 30 study hours
All the course materials you need to complete the course. No additional set texts are required.
learn@nec is our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
A good level of English is recommended to fully benefit from the course.
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
Support from a personal tutor for up to 12 months from your date of enrolment
- 4 progress checks
- 1 assignment (optional)
Online learning with support from a personal tutor
Support from a personal tutor for up to 12 months from your date of enrolment
A good level of English is recommended to fully benefit from the course.
All the course materials you need to complete the course. No additional set texts are required.
learn@nec is our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
- Complete at your own pace
- Approx. 30 study hours
- 4 progress checks
- 1 assignment (optional)
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
Online learning with support from a personal tutor
- Complete at your own pace
- Approx. 30 study hours
All the course materials you need to complete the course. No additional set texts are required.
learn@nec is our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
A good level of English is recommended to fully benefit from the course.
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
Support from a personal tutor for up to 12 months from your date of enrolment
- 4 progress checks
- 1 assignment (optional)
What you’ll learn…
Topic 1:
Starting writing
Topic 2:
Writing from objects
Topic 3:
Writing from poetry
Topic 4:
Writing from places
Why study Writing for Wellbeing
There are a range of benefits to writing for wellbeing. For some people, it can provide a distraction in the form of an engrossing activity that moves them beyond their everyday experience. Others find it self-exploratory, revealing thoughts and feelings that, in some cases, they may have been unaware of. It can also help in making connections between different aspects of life. For some, it can help to reconfigure a framework for (or story of) their life which can be quite a cathartic experience.
NEC’s course allows students to explore a variety of different starting points for their writing, from objects and places to poetry, with the aim of helping students find what works best for them. Remember, this writing is for you and there is no obligation to share your work if you don’t want to.
Future opportunities
Your next steps:
- you are interested in developing your writing skills through a more personal approach, with no pressure to write to a certain type or standard
- you would like to explore and express your views and emotions in a creative and mindful way.
Flexible payments and financial help
- As an education charity dedicated to helping independent learners achieve life-changing qualifications we want to keep fees affordable. All of our course fees are clear and transparent to help you plan for any additional costs.
- NEC’s fees offer some of the best value on the market, with multi-buy options, special offers, personal discounts and affordable finance options.
- Used responsibly, finance is a great way to spread the cost of your course. We’ve teamed up with Omni, one of the UK’s leading finance specialists.
- Depending on your own circumstances, there are a number of possibilities for getting help to fund your course.
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Enjoy 1-2-1 support from your course tutor
You’ll have access to 1:1 support from your tutor.
All NEC tutors are subject experts, with experience in supporting online learners.
Talk to one of our course advisors
Unsure whether online self-study is right for you?
Our friendly Course Advice Team are here to help answer your questions and take you through your options.
- Book a call and someone will get back to you at a convenient time.
- Or contact us today by phone or email.
We’re waiting to help you get ahead and achieve your goals, your way.
Frequently asked questions
Your common questions and concerns answered. Read more FAQs.
NEC offers flexible, online courses that you can study anytime, anywhere. When you enrol, you’ll receive a welcome email with login details for learn@nec, our virtual learning platform.
Our expertly designed courses include engaging materials, interactive learning activities, and selected online resources — all created by experienced teachers, examiners, and learning designers.
Our courses are designed to let you study at your own pace — all within a clearly defined enrolment period to help keep you on track. Many courses let you study your way, with flexible assignment deadlines to suit your schedule.
Yes. You can enrol any time and begin studying when it suits you.
If you’re planning to apply to university, and doing this course as part of your preparation, please be aware of application deadlines.
Yes — NEC is ideal for international students.
Our team is happy to help you explore your options.
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