Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Nova Training Bushbury. This is a full-time daytime english course for adults aged 16 to 18. You'll develop both the underpinning skills and the ability to apply English in different contexts, from reading and writing to communicating clearly. The course runs for 13 weeks. It covers the same core English skills that employers and colleges look for.
Who this course is for
The Functional Skills qualifications are intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths and English. They focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply maths and English to different contexts.
Entry requirements
Must be aged 16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll read and understand straightforward texts on familiar topics.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, such as forms, messages, and short notes.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in familiar situations.
You'll speak clearly to give and exchange information.
You'll apply English skills in practical, real-life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Nova Training Bushbury, with a mix of taught sessions and practice activities. Assessment is through a set task and a reading and writing test. These are set and marked externally by City and Guilds. You'll have 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. Nova Training Bushbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: clear written and spoken English supports customer-facing work.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork accurately.
Care assistant: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
Receptionist or admin assistant: writing emails, messages, and handling calls.
Hospitality and catering: taking orders, reading menus, and team communication.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: the next step up, building on what you've covered here.
Functional Skills English Level 1: moves you closer to the standard employers and colleges ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE english alternative, accepted by most employers and further education providers in place of a GCSE grade 4.
