Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Clacton-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
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 Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at Nova Training Clacton on Sea, full-time during the day. You'll develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, and practise applying them in everyday situations. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point for you.

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 on familiar topics.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
  • You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate basic needs and ideas.
  • You'll apply reading and writing skills to everyday situations, such as forms and notices.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Nova Training Clacton on Sea, with a mix of practical tasks, written exercises, and spoken activities. Assessment is through a formal written test and a speaking and listening assessment, both set by City and Guilds.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Clacton on Sea 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 signs.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: understanding written schedules and notices.
  • Care assistant: reading basic care notes and communicating clearly.
  • Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and rotas.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 2: the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves you closer to the GCSE English alternative level.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: a stronger foundation for employment and further study.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by many employers and colleges.

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