Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English course in Birmingham. Classes run at Matthew Boulton College, full-time during the day. You'll develop your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in everyday English. The course runs for 42 weeks. There are no formal entry requirements. The college will assess your current English skills to make sure this is the right level for you. This entry level functional skills english qualification is a strong starting point if you are building your English from the ground up.
Who this course is for
If English is your second language, this course is designed to help you
improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You�ll build
confidence in everyday communication and develop the language skills needed for
further study or employment.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. We�ll assess your current skills to
make sure you�re placed on the right level to help you
succeed.
What you will learn
You'll develop your speaking skills for everyday conversations and situations.
You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English.
You'll improve your reading skills, including understanding simple texts and signs.
You'll build your writing skills, including forming sentences and using basic punctuation.
You'll learn how to communicate clearly in familiar, everyday contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Matthew Boulton College, attending full-time during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing through classroom activities and exercises. Assessment is through a combination of tasks and a formal test set by Pearson Edexcel, covering the skills you've practised throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Matthew Boulton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicating clearly with customers every day.
Care assistant: supporting people and writing basic notes and records.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety signs.
Retail assistant: handling everyday written and spoken communication.
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written instructions and rotas.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English: the next step up, building on the skills you've gained here.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: moves you closer to the level employers and colleges commonly ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the GCSE English equivalent level, opening more job and study options.
