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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Redditch – Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Redditch. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you time to build your reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication skills at a manageable pace. There are no entry requirements. You'll have a one-to-one assessment before you start so the college can place you on the right level. This entry level functional skills english course suits anyone returning to study after a break.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills are an ideal course for those who wish to gain a recognised qualification in English skills up to Level 2., , Courses are aimed at adults, over 19 years of age, seeking to improve their English skills and to gain a nationally recognised qualification up to Level 2 that will assist with job prospects, entry requirements for higher level courses and everyday skills for life., , Our students have often been out of education for some time and have a number of reasons for attending.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course. However, you are expected to be committed to attending classes as regularly as possible and on time. Students wishing to start on a part-time course are individually assessed prior to enrolment. A one-to-one interview is also carried out to determine the most suitable class.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop speaking and listening skills for everyday conversations.
  • You'll practise reading simple words, signs, and short texts.
  • You'll write basic sentences for familiar everyday purposes.
  • You'll take part in short, structured communication tasks.
  • You'll apply English skills to practical, real-life situations.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions during the day. Learning covers speaking, listening and communication, reading, and writing. Assessment is by exam. Your teacher will work through each area with you at Entry Level 1 pace, using practical tasks drawn from everyday life and work situations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College Redditch Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: clear communication is essential in care roles.
  • Retail assistant: reading, writing, and speaking with customers daily.
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: understanding written notices and basic records.
  • Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and simple instructions.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move on to Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English, then Entry Level 3, and eventually Level 1 and Level 2. The Level 2 Functional Skills English Qualification is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges ask for. Each level builds directly on the last, so you progress at your own pace.

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