Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Bournemouth
CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Course in Bournemouth. Classes run at Cambian Wing College, full-time during the day. This is an entry level functional skills english course covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll practise using these skills in everyday situations. The course runs over 9 months. It is often a first step toward a GCSE English alternative at a higher level. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills English gives students practical skills for the modern world and helps them get the most from life, learning and work. Functional Skills courses aim to ensure students have good communication skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. It assesses whether students can use these skills in everyday situations. Often a student's first accredited qualification in English, these courses can be used in preparation for GCSE. It is suitable for a wide ability range
Entry requirements
Basic English skills
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, signs, and written information.
You'll write clearly for practical, everyday purposes.
You'll develop speaking and listening skills for real conversations and situations.
You'll practise using English in everyday contexts, such as filling in forms and following instructions.
You'll build the communication skills needed for learning, work, and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Cambian Wing College, with daytime sessions across the week. Assessment is based on your ability to use English in everyday situations, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll be assessed through tasks that reflect real-life use of English, not just written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cambian Wing College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: reading labels, signs, and written instructions daily.
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with colleagues and service users.
Cleaner or caretaker: reading schedules and basic written guidance.
Kitchen assistant: understanding written instructions and rotas.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2): the next step up, building on Entry Level 1 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): moves you closer to the level employers and colleges typically ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE english equivalent.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification recognised as equivalent to a GCSE in English.
