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Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Saint Austell

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Saint Austell. Classes run at Link into Learning Clay TAWC, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course runs for 22 weeks and covers the reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills you use in everyday life and work. It's a recognised entry level functional skills english qualification, and a stepping stone toward Level 1 and eventually a GCSE English alternative at Level 2.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment

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 common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond to straightforward spoken information.
  • You'll speak clearly to share information and answer questions.
  • You'll fill in forms and write short messages for everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Link into Learning Clay TAWC, with a tutor supporting you through reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities. Assessment is through tasks that reflect real everyday situations. You'll be assessed on your ability to read and understand texts, produce written work, and take part in spoken communication. There is an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm Entry Level 2 is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Link into Learning Clay TAWC will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication are daily tasks
  • Warehouse operative: forms, labels, and instructions require clear reading
  • Cleaner or catering assistant: workplace communication and written records
  • Receptionist or admin assistant: a stepping stone once you progress further
  • Childcare worker: written records and communication with parents

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 2, you can move on to a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 3, then Level 1, and then Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent that many employers and training providers ask for. You could also explore an ESOL qualification if English is not your first language and you want more language-focused support.

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