Free Entry Level 3 English Skills in Malton. Evening classes run at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills without sitting a formal exam. The course runs for around 55 hours part-time. You'll need to be at below Entry Level 3 in English to be eligible; an initial assessment at enrolment will confirm the right starting point for you.
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 notices.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes such as messages, notes, and short documents.
You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations and discussions.
You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in familiar situations.
You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening. Learning is assessed through portfolio evidence and practical tasks rather than a formal exam. You'll complete activities during sessions that demonstrate your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Malton 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 expected
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication are core to the role
Care assistant: records, handovers, and daily notes require solid English
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written tasks
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety notices
School support assistant: working alongside teachers requires confident English
What you could study next
Once you hold the Entry Level 3 Certificate, 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 employers recognise as equivalent to a GCSE in English.
City and Guilds ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language and you want a qualification focused on communication skills.
