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Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Derby

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course builds your reading, writing, and communication skills over 55 hours of daytime classroom study. It suits anyone who doesn't yet hold a recognised English qualification at this level. Improving these skills supports your employability across a wide range of work.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to improve their English skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Entry Level 2. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.

Entry requirements

You do not currently hold any English qualifications and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
  • You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, such as messages and simple forms.
  • You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.
  • You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
  • You'll communicate information in a way that suits your audience.
  • You'll build the analysis skills that help you make sense of written material.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Derby, with a mix of reading, writing, and speaking activities. Assessment is through a formal written test set by City and Guilds. You'll also complete a speaking and listening assessment. Your tutor will work through practice tasks with you in class to prepare you for both.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: clear written and spoken English helps on the shop floor.
  • Care assistant: communication skills are essential when supporting clients.
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing forms accurately.
  • Receptionist: writing messages and communicating with visitors.
  • Cleaner or catering assistant: following written instructions and rotas.
  • Delivery driver's mate: reading delivery notes and communicating with customers.

What you could study next

Once you've completed Entry Level 2, you can move on to Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English, then Level 1 Functional Skills English. From there, Level 2 Functional Skills English is the recognised GCSE English alternative that many employers and training providers ask for. Each step builds on the last, and the City and Guilds qualification you earn here counts toward that journey.

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