Entry Level Functional Skills English in Isles of Scilly

CostFREE
Duration10 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in the Isles of Scilly. Evening classes run at Learn Scilly over 10 weeks, fitting study around your daytime commitments. This entry level functional skills english qualification covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at beginner level. You'll have an initial assessment with your tutor at the start of the course to confirm the right level for you. Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry Level 1.

Who this course is for

Beginner's level English - may be suitable for learners who are learning English or would like to improve their confidence in written and verbal communication. We are providers of recreational, vocational and £e' learning on the Isles of Scilly. The department has strong links with colleges and other learning providers on the Mainland. This enables us to offer a full range of courses, skills training and qualifications here on the islands.We have qualified impartial advisors who are able to help you make decisions about what you want to do, whether it's choose and new hobby, decide what courses to take, progress at work, choose a new career, develop your skills or develop the skills of your staff. We hope this website will provide the necessary information you are looking for.

Entry requirements

level will be assessed by tutor at start of course

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
  • You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate basic needs and ideas.
  • You'll identify key information from everyday documents such as signs, forms, and notices.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based at Learn Scilly. You'll work through reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks during sessions. Assessment is through tasks and activities set by your tutor, covering all four skills areas. Your tutor will assess your level at the start of the course and use that to plan your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learn Scilly will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cleaner or domestic assistant: roles that require basic written communication
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, forms, and simple instructions
  • Care assistant: recording basic notes and following written guidance
  • Kitchen porter or catering assistant: understanding written rotas and instructions
  • Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and completing simple paperwork

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 2: the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves you closer to the GCSE English equivalent level.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: a stronger foundation for work and further study.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.

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