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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Online – Qdos Training

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. The course typically takes 2 months and fits around your existing commitments. You'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 1. There are no prior qualifications needed to start. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.

Entry requirements

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
  • You'll listen to and follow straightforward spoken information.
  • You'll speak clearly to give and ask for basic information.
  • You'll identify key information in everyday documents such as forms, signs, and notices.
  • You'll use English in practical, everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll study online through a mix of reading, exercises, and activities. Assessment is by a formal online test. You'll need to demonstrate your reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication skills at Entry Level 1. Qdos Training will confirm how speaking and listening are assessed before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Qdos Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many roles ask for basic written English
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, and serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading safety notices and completing simple records
  • Kitchen assistant: following written recipes and hygiene instructions
  • School support worker: communicating with staff and parents in writing

What you could study next

Once you've completed Entry Level 1, you can move up through the Functional Skills levels. Entry Level 2 and Entry Level 3 build your reading, writing, and communication skills further. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges ask for. Each level is a step toward that goal. You could also explore Functional Skills Maths alongside your English studies.

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