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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Birmingham – Nova Training Birmingham

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 Birmingham. Classes run at Nova Training Birmingham. You'll study reading, writing, and communication skills, learning how to apply English in everyday situations. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 13 weeks. An initial assessment will confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point and help plan your learning. Entry is open to those 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 basic sentences using correct punctuation and spelling
  • You'll communicate information clearly in everyday situations
  • You'll follow simple written instructions
  • You'll identify the main point in a short piece of writing
  • You'll use English in practical, real-world contexts

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Nova Training Birmingham, with daytime sessions across 13 weeks. Learning is hands-on and practical, focusing on applying English skills to everyday tasks. Assessment is through tasks that test both your understanding of English and your ability to use it in different contexts.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety notices
  • Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and colleagues
  • Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, menus, and basic instructions
  • Cleaner or caretaker: following written schedules and safety guidance
  • Delivery driver's assistant: reading addresses and completing paperwork

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move on to the Functional Skills Qualification in English (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 when they ask for a GCSE English alternative. Each step builds on the last.

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