Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Newark. Classes run at Lincoln College Campus, part-time over 35 weeks. You'll build practical English skills for everyday life and work, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course is taught in a classroom, giving you regular contact with a tutor and other learners. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills English equips learners with the practical skills needed to live, learn and work successfully. They are available at Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts used in everyday life and work.
You'll write simple sentences and short pieces of text clearly and accurately.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar at Entry Level 2.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in familiar situations.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ask questions.
You'll follow and give simple instructions in practical contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lincoln College Campus, with a mix of group activities and individual tasks. Assessment is through set tasks that test your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. These are assessed separately. You'll complete written tasks and a spoken communication assessment. Your tutor will guide you through the skills you need before you sit each assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, talking to customers
Care assistant: following written instructions, recording basic information
Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and simple documents
Cleaner or caretaker: following written schedules and instructions
Kitchen assistant: reading basic recipes and food safety notices
Receptionist or admin assistant: writing messages and handling simple correspondence
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 1: moves toward the standard employers and colleges often ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by most employers and further education providers when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
