Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English at Adult Learning Goole

CostFREE
Duration151 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Goole. Classes run at Adult Learning Goole, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build reading, writing, and communication skills used in everyday life and work. The course runs over a longer period, giving you time to progress at a manageable pace. It suits anyone without an English qualification at Level 2 or above. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English with certificate.

Who this course is for

You will learn new skills to help you in everyday life, and could go on to gain a nationally recognised qualification to help your CV stand out when applying for jobs. Whatever you need, we have a full range of flexible English courses that will help you to achieve your goal.

Entry requirements

Suitable for those who do not already have a English qualification at Level 2 (GCSE grade C / Level 4) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short texts used in everyday situations.
  • You'll write simple sentences clearly and accurately.
  • You'll use basic punctuation and spelling in your writing.
  • You'll follow and respond to spoken instructions and conversations.
  • You'll complete forms and short written tasks relevant to daily life and work.
  • You'll develop the reading and writing skills that underpin further English study.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Learning Goole, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect real reading, writing, and communication situations. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand texts, produce written work, and engage in spoken communication. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course, not just at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Learning Goole will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Cleaner or caretaker: roles where written communication is needed
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
  • Care assistant: following written care plans and recording notes
  • Retail assistant: handling written tasks and customer communication
  • Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and basic instructions
  • Childminder or nursery assistant: supporting written records and communication

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 2, you could move on to Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English, then Level 1, and eventually Level 2. The Level 2 Functional Skills English Certificate is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges ask for. Each step builds directly on the last, so your progress carries forward.