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Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Lincoln – Lincoln College

Cost£375.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln College, part-time over 34 weeks. You'll develop the practical English skills used in everyday life and work. The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 2. It's a recognised step on the functional skills english qualification ladder, sitting below Level 1 and Level 2. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to 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, straightforward texts.
  • You'll write simple sentences using correct spelling and punctuation.
  • You'll complete everyday forms and written tasks.
  • You'll listen and respond in familiar conversations and discussions.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ideas.
  • You'll identify the main points in spoken and written material.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Lincoln College, attending daytime or block release sessions. Learning is practical and based on everyday English tasks. Assessment is through written tasks and a spoken communication activity. You'll be assessed when your tutor confirms you're ready.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: serving customers, handling queries, reading labels
  • Care assistant: following written instructions, communicating with clients
  • Warehouse operative: reading safety signs, completing paperwork
  • Cleaner or caretaker: understanding written rotas and instructions
  • Kitchen assistant: following written recipes and hygiene guidance
  • Receptionist: greeting visitors, taking messages, basic written tasks

What you could study next

Once you complete this course, you can move on to a free entry level functional skills english course at Entry Level 3, then work toward the Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English. From there, the Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges accept. Each step builds on the last.

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