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Entry Level English Course in Radstock – Bath College Somer Valley Campus

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Bath College for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus during the day, part-time, making it manageable alongside other commitments. Over one year, you'll build core English skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 2. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning. This entry level english (stepping stones to functional skills) qualification is awarded by Ascentis.

Who this course is for

Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop reading skills to understand everyday texts and simple written information.
  • You'll practise writing clearly for everyday purposes such as messages, forms, and short notes.
  • You'll build speaking and listening skills for familiar situations.
  • You'll learn to identify the main points in spoken and written English.
  • You'll gain confidence using English in practical, real-life contexts.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. You'll learn through a mix of classroom activities, group work, and guided tasks. Assessment is ongoing and based on the work you produce during the course, including written tasks and spoken activities, rather than a formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: clear written and spoken English supports daily care work.
  • Retail assistant: reading and writing skills used in customer-facing roles.
  • Warehouse operative: English needed for following written instructions and safety notices.
  • Receptionist or admin assistant: writing and communication skills used every day.
  • Classroom or nursery support worker: English skills support working with children and families.

What you could study next

After completing this Entry Level 2 Certificate, you could move on to an Entry Level 3 English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) qualification, then progress to Functional Skills English Level 1. From there, Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised equivalent to a GCSE in English, which many employers and further training courses ask for.

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