Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Basildon. Classes run at Basildon GAPS Trade Centre. You'll need to be enrolled on a vocational qualification at one of the GAPS centres to take part. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening, with an assessment in each area. At 55 hours, it's a focused daytime commitment. You'll also get support with cost-of-living budgeting alongside your English studies. This entry level functional skills english qualification is a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 English.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in Functional Skills English.
What you will learn
You'll develop your reading skills to understand everyday texts and information.
You'll practise writing clearly for different purposes and audiences.
You'll build your speaking and listening skills through assessed activities.
You'll learn to budget and manage cost-of-living situations using English skills in context.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at Basildon GAPS Trade Centre during the day. There are three separate assessments: one each for reading, writing, and speaking and listening. All three must be completed to gain the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Basildon GAPS Trade Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading and writing skills used daily
Retail sales assistant: communicating clearly with customers and colleagues
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork
Care assistant: recording notes and communicating with service users
Receptionist or admin assistant: writing emails and handling enquiries
Apprentice in any sector: English at this level supports apprenticeship entry
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Many jobs and further training courses ask for English at this level.
GCSE English: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification route.
