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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Hull

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Hull. Classes run at The Avenues Adult Education Centre. Daytime sessions run over 12 weeks, with 24 lessons at a manageable pace. You'll work on speaking, listening, reading, writing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar for everyday life and work. Before you start, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. This is a recognised entry level functional skills english qualification, and a solid first step toward further English study.

Who this course is for

At Entry 1 you will work on improving your: speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, spelling and punctuation skills for everyday use in life and work

An ESOL course will help you to:

Improve speaking and listening Improve reading and writing Gain a qualification Develop employment skills Help your children with schoolwork

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements.

An Initial Assessment Session will be carried out before commencement of course to ensure you are studying at the correct level.

What you will learn

  • You'll say and recognise the letters of the alphabet and use them in everyday communication.
  • You'll read words and texts at Entry Level 1 and extract key information from them.
  • You'll understand the meaning of short texts and respond to what you've read.
  • You'll use correct punctuation and spell words appropriate for Entry Level 1.
  • You'll write words, phrases, and simple sentences to communicate information clearly.
  • You'll recognise how to write and respond to emails, letters, and other everyday documents.
  • You'll listen to and understand statements, questions, and explanations.
  • You'll make clear statements and communicate feelings and opinions on straightforward topics.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at The Avenues Adult Education Centre, with a teacher who reviews your progress throughout the course and gives you feedback on your English skills. Learning covers speaking and listening, reading, and writing. Your teacher will suggest activities to help you improve at each stage. Assessment is ongoing, with your progress reviewed as you work through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Avenues Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: uses everyday reading, writing, and communication skills.
  • Warehouse operative: written instructions and basic workplace communication required.
  • Care assistant: speaking, listening, and written records are part of daily work.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: follows written instructions and safety notices.
  • Kitchen assistant: reads rotas, labels, and basic food hygiene notices.
  • Retail assistant: communicates with customers and reads product information.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English: the natural next step, building on what you've covered here.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: moves you closer to the level employers and colleges most commonly ask for.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: a further step up, covering more complex reading, writing, and communication.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE English equivalent, widely accepted by employers and colleges.
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