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Free Entry Level 2 English Reading Skills Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyMultiple awarding bodies
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About this course

Free Entry Level 2 English Reading Skills Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 36 weeks at a manageable pace. You'll build your ability to read and understand written words in everyday situations. Topics include reading for meaning, understanding vocabulary, and making sense of texts you come across in daily life and work.

You'll start with a guidance session to find the right level for you. The course leads to an Entry Level reading qualification.

Who this course is for

Anyone. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand the meaning of words in everyday texts.
  • You'll identify key information in short written passages.
  • You'll build your vocabulary for common situations.
  • You'll understand the purpose of different types of written material.
  • You'll practise reading signs, forms, and simple documents.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Wellington House, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is part-time and daytime, so sessions are spread across the week at a steady pace. You'll practise reading tasks in class and work through exercises to build your skills. Assessment is based on the reading tasks you complete during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wellington House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, reads written instructions and customer communications.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written safety notices and stock labels.
  • Care assistant, reads care plans and daily notes.
  • Retail assistant, reads product information and store notices.
  • Cleaner or caretaker, follows written schedules and instructions.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 English Reading Skills Course, the next step up in reading and understanding texts.
  • Entry Level 2 or 3 Functional Skills English, covers reading, writing, and speaking together.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1, a broader English qualification recognised by employers and colleges.
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