Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Derby
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 1, helping you build practical English for everyday life and work. It takes around 55 hours of daytime classroom study. No previous English qualifications are needed.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to improve their English skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Entry Level 1. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.
Entry requirements
You do not currently hold any English qualifications and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.
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 information.
You'll identify key information in everyday documents such as forms and signs.
You'll develop communication skills useful across work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Derby, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering real reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is through a formal City and Guilds examination covering reading and writing, plus a speaking and listening assessment. Your tutor will prepare you for each component during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cleaner or domestic assistant: basic reading and writing support everyday tasks.
Warehouse operative: follow written instructions and complete simple forms.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with colleagues and service users.
Kitchen assistant: read rotas, labels, and basic food hygiene notices.
Retail assistant: handle written communications and customer interactions.
Delivery driver's mate: read addresses, delivery notes, and instructions.
What you could study next
Once you have your Entry Level 1 Certificate, you can move on to:
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2): the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): prepares you for Level 1 study.
Functional Skills English Level 1: a significant step toward Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE English equivalent that many employers ask for.
