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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in York – Explore York Library Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration33 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English course in York. Classes run at Explore York Library Learning Centre, part-time during the day, over 33 weeks. The pace is manageable, with sessions that fit around other commitments. You'll build core English skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning. This course is open to anyone in the York area who does not already hold a Level 2 or above qualification in English.

Who this course is for

This course is funded for learners in the York area. If you do not live in York or North Yorkshire, we recommend contacting your local adult education provider.

The course will suit anyone who does not already have a qualification at Level 2 (GCSE 4+) or above in English.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts used in everyday life.
  • You'll write simple sentences clearly and accurately.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate basic information to others.
  • You'll follow and give simple instructions in familiar situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Explore York Library Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect everyday English use, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 1. Your tutor will assess your work as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Explore York Library Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: written records and communication are part of daily work.
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, and talking to customers.
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading safety signs and completing basic logs.
  • Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and food labelling.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English: the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: moves you closer to the level employers commonly ask for.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges recognise.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the gcse english equivalent, accepted in place of GCSE English grade 4 by most employers and further education providers.
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