Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Rotherham – Rotherham College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English course in Rotherham. Classes run at Rotherham College. This is a full-time daytime course that runs over one year. You'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Entry Level 2. It's a step toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English, which is the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. An initial assessment helps make sure Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you.

Who this course is for

The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, signs, and short documents.
  • You'll write simple sentences using correct spelling and punctuation.
  • You'll complete forms and short written tasks for everyday situations.
  • You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
  • You'll speak clearly to share information and ask questions.
  • You'll identify the main points in short spoken and written material.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Rotherham College, with a mix of group activities, written tasks, and speaking and listening exercises. Assessment is through set tasks that cover reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These are marked against the Entry Level 2 standard for the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rotherham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: reading and writing skills used daily in customer-facing roles.
  • Warehouse operative: able to follow written instructions and complete paperwork.
  • Care assistant: written communication needed for basic record-keeping.
  • Retail assistant: reading labels, signs, and written instructions on the job.
  • Catering assistant: following written recipes, rotas, and food safety notices.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: reading safety instructions and completing simple forms.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English alternative. Many employers and training providers ask for this level.
  • GCSE English Language: available at some colleges if you want a traditional GCSE route.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: if your initial assessment suggests you need a step between Entry Level 2 and Level 1.

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