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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Walsall

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Walsall. Classes run at Nova Training Bloxwich. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point and to plan your learning. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills, helping you apply English in everyday situations. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 13 weeks. This entry level functional skills english course is open to learners aged 16 to 18.

Who this course is for

The Functional Skills qualifications are intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths and English. They focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply maths and English to different contexts.

Entry requirements

Must be aged 16 to 18

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation.
  • You'll spell common everyday words correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
  • You'll communicate clearly in familiar situations.
  • You'll apply English skills to practical, real-world contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Nova Training Bloxwich, with a mix of teacher-led sessions and practice activities. Assessment for Functional Skills English at Entry Level 1 includes a reading task, a writing task, and a speaking and listening assessment. These are completed as part of the course rather than in a single exam sitting.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: stock, customer service, and basic written tasks.
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and labelling.
  • Care assistant: reading care notes and communicating with colleagues.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: understanding written rotas and instructions.
  • Kitchen assistant: reading recipes and food hygiene notices.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move on to an entry level functional skills english qualification at Entry Level 2, then Entry Level 3. From there, Functional Skills English Level 1 and Level 2 follow. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges. Each step builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that suits you.

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