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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Manchester – Greenheys Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration38 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 Manchester. Classes run at Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 38 weeks, giving you time to build your reading, writing, and communication skills at a manageable pace. It suits anyone fitting study around family, caring responsibilities, or other commitments. This is an entry level functional skills english course recognised by employers and colleges as a step toward further English qualifications.

Who this course is for

Refer to the website for course information.

Entry requirements

Check the website for information on course entry requirement.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand simple written information in everyday contexts.
  • You'll write short texts for basic everyday purposes, such as messages and forms.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll listen to and follow simple spoken instructions.
  • You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in straightforward situations.
  • You'll identify the main points from short texts and conversations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Greenheys Adult Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding sessions. Assessment is through tasks that reflect everyday reading, writing, speaking, and listening situations. You'll complete a formal assessment set by Pearson Edexcel to earn your certificate. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and let you know when you're ready to be assessed.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety signs
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading rotas and completing simple records
  • Kitchen assistant: understanding written instructions and food labels
  • Childcare helper: communicating with parents and following written guidance

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, Functional Skills English Level 1 and Level 2 follow. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE english alternative that many employers and colleges accept. Each step builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that works for you.

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