Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Birmingham. Classes run at Nova Training Birmingham. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point and to shape your learning plan. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 13 weeks. You'll develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, and practise applying them in everyday situations. This entry level functional skills english course suits anyone aged 16 to 18 who wants to strengthen their English before moving to a higher level.
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 simple everyday purposes, such as forms and short messages.
You'll spell and punctuate common words accurately.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in familiar situations.
You'll speak clearly to communicate basic information and ideas.
You'll apply your English skills in practical, real-life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions during the day. Learning covers both the underpinning skills and how to use them in different contexts. Assessment is set and marked by City and Guilds and includes a reading task, a writing task, and a speaking and listening component. You'll complete these assessments when you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing records.
Cleaner or caretaker: following written health and safety guidance.
Kitchen assistant: reading rotas, labels, and basic instructions.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3): the next step up, building on what you've covered at Entry Level 2.
Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 1: moves toward the GCSE english alternative level, recognised by many employers and colleges.
Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 2: the full gcse english alternative, accepted where employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
