Diploma in Basic English Grammar

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  • Paid certificate
  • Course certificate
  • Beginner
Provider
Alison
Cost
Free
Certificate
Paid
Level
Beginner
Format
Self-paced
Language
English
Subjects
English, Languages
Source
Alison
Last verified
14 Sep 2026

This diploma course covers the core of English grammar for learners who want to write and speak more accurately. It starts with the parts of speech and how English sentences are structured, then spends most of its time on verbs: how the present and past tenses are formed and conjugated, how the passive is built, and the differences between tenses that are easily confused. A final strand deals with punctuation — what it is for and how to use it correctly. The course is self-paced and taught in modules that include video with assessments through the course; it is rated Beginner Level, and Alison lists an average duration of 6 to 10 hours.

It is CPD-accredited and available in English and Spanish. It is free to study in full. The Alison Diploma at the end is an optional paid purchase in digital or printed form; a free Learner Record can be downloaded instead.

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What you’ll learn

  • Recognise the parts of speech and how English sentences are structured
  • Form and conjugate the present and past tenses
  • Build passive constructions
  • Tell apart tenses that are easily confused
  • Use punctuation correctly and explain what it is for

Who it’s for

Learners of English who understand basic sentences but make tense and punctuation errors in writing; native speakers wanting style advice will find it too elementary.

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