Do you want to improve your English skills for everyday life and work? This Functional Skills Level 1 English course will help you gain a nationally recognised qualification. You'll improve your reading, writing, and speaking skills through practical, real-life examples. This course is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and operate effectively in life and work. You will need to complete an initial assessment before starting this course.
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
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You need to complete an English initial assessment to check your level.
The entry requirement for this course is Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English.
To successfully complete this course, you must commit to 100% attendance and punctuality.
You'll be assessed through a reading exam, a writing exam, and a speaking and listening assessment. These assessments will measure your comprehension, writing skills, and communication abilities. After completing this course, you can progress to Functional Skills English Level 2.
You may need to purchase a textbook and some basic stationery for the course. We'll give you the details at your interview. If you struggle to pay for equipment, a hardship fund is available.