Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Birkenhead

CostFREE
Duration75 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Birkenhead. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your learning. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at Entry Level 1. It runs full-time during the day and takes around 75 hours to complete. This entry level functional skills english course is a strong first step toward further English qualifications.

Who this course is for

16-19

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts on familiar topics.
  • You'll write simple words, phrases, and sentences clearly.
  • You'll listen to and follow simple spoken instructions and information.
  • You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in straightforward conversations.
  • You'll use basic punctuation and spelling in your writing.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead, with daytime sessions. Assessment is through tasks that test reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These are set and marked against the City and Guilds Entry Level 1 standard. Your tutor will work through activities with you and track your progress before you sit the final assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: many roles require basic written English
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Care assistant: following written instructions and communicating clearly
  • Kitchen assistant: reading rotas and basic written communication
  • Cleaner or caretaker: following written health and safety instructions

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2): the next step up, building on what you've learned at Entry Level 1.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): moves you closer to Level 1 and broader employment and training opportunities.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: a recognised qualification that opens doors to Level 2 study and many job applications.

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