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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Ealing. Daytime classes run at Global Skills Training Centre. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course builds basic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills from the ground up. It runs over 55 hours and suits anyone with little or no previous experience of English. This entry level functional skills english course is a practical step toward everyday communication and further study.

Who this course is for

This qualification is designed for learners who have little or no previous experience of English and are designed to help them develop basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening

Entry requirements

Proof of id, proof of residence, proof of address, proof of employment, if self-employed then a completed yearly tax return form, proof of unemployment, basic understanding of computers and Microsoft required, English and Maths initial assessments

What you will learn

  • You'll develop basic reading skills to understand simple texts.
  • You'll practise writing short sentences and simple messages.
  • You'll build listening skills to follow straightforward spoken instructions.
  • You'll develop speaking skills to communicate in everyday situations.
  • You'll learn to recognise and use common words and phrases.
  • You'll gain confidence using English in practical, real-life contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Global Skills Training Centre, with daytime sessions across 55 hours of study. Assessment is through tasks that test reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Entry Level 1. Your tutor will use the initial assessment at the start to plan your learning and track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring proof of ID, proof of address, and proof of residence. You'll also need proof of employment or, if self-employed, a completed yearly tax return. If you're unemployed, bring proof of unemployment. A basic understanding of computers and Microsoft is required before you start. Global Skills Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before your first session.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cleaner or domestic worker: roles where basic written English helps
  • Kitchen assistant: follow written instructions and labels
  • Warehouse operative: read simple signs, forms, and instructions
  • Care assistant: communicate clearly with colleagues and clients
  • Retail assistant: handle basic written tasks and customer queries
  • Laundry or facilities worker: follow written procedures safely

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move on to the Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2), then Entry Level 3. From there, the next step is Functional Skills English Level 1, and then Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges accept. Each level builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that works for you.

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