Why Study This Course?
Do you want to gain a Functional Skills Level 2 English qualification? This course will help you improve your English skills in practical ways, using real-life examples and situations. You’ll cover essential skills including reading, writing, and speaking. A Functional Skills qualification will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding to operate confidently and effectively in life and work. You will need to complete and pass an initial assessment before starting this course.
You will achieve a nationally recognised qualification to improve your English skills in everyday life and work. You will improve your confidence in reading, writing, and speaking skills with supportive tutors to guide you.
This course covers:
Understand the main points of what you read
Read and understand different types of text and find information from them
Read for different purposes (eg. find detail, get the main idea, decide if it is worth reading)
Plan, draft and organise writing, so that it is in a sensible order
Write for different purposes and different readers and use correct basic grammar
Check work for accuracy, including spelling
Take an effective part in formal and informal discussions
You will achieve a nationally recognised qualification to improve your English skills in everyday life and work. You will improve your confidence in reading, writing, and speaking skills with supportive tutors to guide you.
You need to complete an English initial assessment to check your level.
The entry requirement for this course is Level 1 Functional Skills English.
You will be assessed through:
Reading Exam: Testing comprehension and interpretation of written texts.
Writing Exam: Evaluating the ability to produce clear, structured, and accurate written work.
Speaking and Listening Assessment: Assessing spoken communication through presentations and discussions.
Upon successful completion, you can explore further learning opportunities to continue developing your skills and knowledge.
You may need to purchase a textbook and some basic stationery for the course. We will give you details at the interview, and the cost will be modest. If you struggle to pay for equipment, a hardship fund is available.