Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Colchester. Classes run at Nova Training Colchester. You'll develop core English skills, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, and learn to apply them in everyday situations. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 13 weeks to complete. An initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you and help plan your learning. This 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 simple written texts.
You'll write clearly using basic words and sentences.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information.
You'll speak to share information and ideas.
You'll use English in practical, everyday situations.
You'll build the skills needed to move to the next level of English study.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Nova Training Colchester, with a mix of taught sessions and practice activities. Assessment is through tasks that test your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. These tasks are set by City and Guilds and completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Colchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: basic English supports customer-facing roles.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and rotas.
Cleaning operative: reading health and safety guidance.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2): the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): moves you closer to the Level 1 qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the Level 2 qualification, which employers recognise as a GCSE English alternative.
