Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Course in Gosport. Classes run at St Vincent Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks. You'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 1. This entry level functional skills english course is a starting point for learners working toward a functional skills english qualification recognised by employers and colleges. You'll sit a short assessment at the start so the college can plan your learning at the right level.
Who this course is for
16-18 Study Programme
What you will learn
You'll read and understand simple texts used in everyday life.
You'll write clearly for basic purposes, such as filling in forms or writing short messages.
You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
You'll speak clearly to communicate in familiar situations.
You'll identify and use basic punctuation and spelling in your writing.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at St Vincent Sixth Form College. Assessment is through tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, covering reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication. Each skill area is assessed separately. Your teacher will prepare you for each assessment during your lessons.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Vincent Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Entry Level 1 English supports basic literacy needed across many entry-level roles.
Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, communicating with customers.
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing basic paperwork.
Care assistant: understanding written guidance and communicating with colleagues.
Kitchen assistant: reading simple instructions and recording information.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2: the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves you closer to Level 1 and eventually the GCSE english alternative route.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the Level 2 functional skills english qualification that employers recognise as equivalent to a GCSE.
