Free Entry Level 3 English Skills in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll build your reading, writing, and communication skills over 55 hours of part-time classroom learning. No exam is required to gain your qualification. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 English Skills is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. Note: you must not already hold an Entry Level 3 or higher English qualification to be eligible.
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 a range of everyday texts, including letters, notices, and short articles.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as messages, forms, and short notes.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll listen to and understand spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and respond to questions.
You'll identify the main points and details in what you read and hear.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through tutor-led sessions and group activities. Assessment is portfolio-based rather than by exam. You'll build a collection of work that shows your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Your tutor will guide you through each task and give feedback as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & 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: documentation and talking with clients and families
Retail assistant: handling written instructions, emails, and customer queries
Warehouse operative: reading safety notices and completing paperwork
School support worker: communicating with staff, parents, and children
What you could study next
Once you've completed this entry level english skills course, you could move on to:
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification recognised as equivalent to a GCSE in English, accepted by employers and colleges.
Both are available as free courses for eligible adults.
