Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Derby. Daytime classes run at Derby College @ the Joseph Wright Centre, with two hours a week over 35 weeks. There are no formal entry requirements. All applicants attend an interview and assessment session of up to 90 minutes, so the centre can confirm the right level and plan your learning from there. The course covers reading, writing, and communication at Entry Level 2. It fits around other commitments, with school-hours timetabling available. Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 Qualification with certificate.
Who this course is for
Our flexible adult classes are designed around your needs. Courses start in September and January and we have evening and school hours classes delivered at our campuses and in community venues across Derby and Derbyshire. If you want to improve your English skills in a relaxed and friendly environment, then come and join us.This course enables you to:Learn at your own pace in a friendly and relaxed environmentGain the confidence to learn and work effectively and independentlyImprove your reading and writing skillsBuild your future employability skillsThe course is also available at our Ilkeston and Roundhouse sites.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements to access this course and we have a variety of levels on offer to suit everyone.All applicants will be invited to an interview and assessment session. Please allow up to 90 minutes for your assessment: it will give us an indication of your current level and learning needs. Once complete, we will discuss the most appropriate level of course for you.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short documents.
You'll write simple sentences and short texts clearly and accurately.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
You'll communicate information in straightforward spoken exchanges.
You'll listen and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll build the reading and writing skills used in everyday work and life.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Derby College @ the Joseph Wright Centre, with daytime sessions running over 35 weeks. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks. Assessment is by externally set tests and tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, covering both reading and writing. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby College @ the Joseph Wright Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken communication is essential.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork accurately.
Care assistant: writing records and communicating with colleagues and clients.
Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts.
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written instructions and rotas.
School support worker: reading and writing alongside children and staff.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: the next step up, building more complex reading and writing skills.
Functional Skills English Level 1: moves you closer to a GCSE english alternative recognised by employers and colleges.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the full gcse english equivalent, accepted where employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent. This is the level most employers and training providers look for.
