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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Truro – Truro Link Into Learning

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Truro. Classes run at Truro Link Into Learning. Daytime sessions are part-time, running over 22 weeks at a manageable pace. You'll work on reading, writing, speaking, and listening in a supportive adult environment. This entry level functional skills english course builds the foundations you need to progress to higher levels and, eventually, the GCSE english alternative that many employers ask for.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualificaion in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand simple texts used in everyday life.
  • You'll write short sentences and messages clearly.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
  • You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in familiar situations.
  • You'll use English in practical, real contexts such as forms and notices.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Truro Link Into Learning, with a tutor supporting you through reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities. Assessment is through tasks set by City and Guilds, covering each skill area. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 1; you are assessed on completed tasks and observed activities that demonstrate your skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Truro Link Into Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety signs
  • Cleaner or domestic worker: understanding written rotas and instructions
  • Kitchen assistant: reading simple recipes and food safety notices
  • Childcare helper: communicating clearly with staff and families

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move on to the Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 2, then Entry Level 3. From there, the natural next step is Functional Skills English Level 1, followed by Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE english equivalent that many employers and colleges accept. Each level builds on the last, so you progress at a pace that suits you.

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