Free Entry Level 3 English Skills course in Northallerton. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills over 55 hours, working toward a qualification without sitting a traditional exam. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 English Skills is the right level for you. The course is open to adults aged 19 and over who do not already hold an Entry Level 3 or higher English qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their English skills gain a qualification in English without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 3 level or higher qualification.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including letters, forms, and short articles.
You'll write clearly for common purposes such as notes, messages, and simple documents.
You'll spell and punctuate accurately at Entry Level 3.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly and take part in straightforward conversations.
You'll use grammar correctly in written and spoken English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. Learning is assessed through portfolio work and tasks rather than a traditional exam, so you demonstrate your skills through practical written and spoken activities completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each area of English and give feedback as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is essential
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication skills used daily
Care assistant: writing records and communicating with colleagues and clients
Retail assistant: reading instructions, writing notes, talking with customers
Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and completing paperwork
School support assistant: supporting children requires confident English
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, building on Entry Level 3 skills.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised equivalent to a GCSE in English, accepted by employers and colleges. Many people work toward this over time.
City and Guilds ESOL Skills for Life: an alternative route if English is your second language, with qualifications at Entry Level and above.
