Free Entry Level 3 English Skills course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your week. This is an entry level english skills course for adults who want to build their reading, writing, and communication skills and gain a recognised english skills qualification without sitting a traditional exam. The course runs for 55 hours part-time. You'll need an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point for you. Note: you must 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 simple instructions.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes such as messages, notes, and short documents.
You'll spell common words accurately and use basic punctuation.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations and discussions.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ask questions.
You'll identify the main points in spoken and written English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll learn through a mix of group activities, guided tasks, and practice exercises. Assessment is portfolio based rather than a formal exam, so you build evidence of your skills through the work you do during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby 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 used daily
Care assistant: documentation and talking with clients and families
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
School support worker: communicating with staff, parents, and children
What you could study next
Once you have your entry level english skills 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 GCSE English. Many jobs and further training courses ask for this level.
Both are available as free adult courses and build directly on what you learn at Entry Level 3.
