Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Chester. Classes run at Dorin Park School, full-time during the day as part of the sixth form curriculum. The course takes one year to complete. You'll develop your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 2. This is a step toward Entry Level 3 and, further on, the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE English alternative. Assessment is through tasks and a formal test.
Who this course is for
Delivered as part of the 6th form curriculum
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll write clearly using simple sentences and basic punctuation.
You'll spell common everyday words accurately.
You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
You'll speak clearly to communicate simple information and ideas.
You'll identify the main points in a short piece of writing.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Dorin Park School. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, including a reading test, a writing task, and a speaking and listening assessment. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dorin Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written communications.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: recording notes and communicating with colleagues.
Catering assistant: following written instructions and menus.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading safety notices and rotas.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3): the next step up, building on Entry Level 2 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1: moves toward GCSE-equivalent English and opens more job and training options.
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 2: the recognised GCSE english alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
