Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College. Daytime sessions run part-time over 35 weeks, giving you time to fit study around other commitments. This entry level functional skills english course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the most accessible level. It suits anyone building confidence with written and spoken English from the ground up. An initial assessment will confirm the right starting level for you.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, simple texts.
You'll write simple words, phrases, and sentences.
You'll communicate clearly in everyday spoken English.
You'll listen and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll use basic punctuation and spelling in your writing.
You'll follow and give simple information in familiar situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Taunton College, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks that reflect everyday English use, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 1. Your tutor will assess your work through set tasks completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many care roles require basic written English
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety signs
Cleaner or domestic assistant: reading rotas and basic written tasks
Kitchen assistant: understanding written instructions and food labels
School support worker: entry-level reading and writing often required
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English: the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: moves you closer to the level employers and colleges commonly ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward the Level 2 qualification, which is the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by most employers.
