Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Liverpool. Classes run at St John's Infozone, part-time during the day over 26 weeks. There are no entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. The course builds practical English skills for everyday life and work, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a functional skills english qualification at Level 2 meets that standard. This course is a strong step toward that.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills qualifications in English at Entry Level are ideal for learners wishing to develop practical, transferable skills in English in order to work confidently, effectively and independently in life. It is suitable for a wide range of individuals and is fundamental to the successful completion of various wider qualifications and frameworks, such as Foundation Learning.
Entry requirements
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short documents.
You'll write clearly for practical purposes, such as messages, notes, and simple forms.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly to share information and ask questions.
You'll follow and give simple instructions in a work or community context.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at St John's Infozone, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect real-life situations, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll be assessed on your ability to use English practically and independently. The NCFE qualification is assessed through set tasks at Entry Level 3.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St John's Infozone 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
Care assistant: reading care plans and writing notes day to day
Retail assistant: handling written instructions and communicating with customers
Warehouse operative: reading labels, forms, and safety information
Receptionist: writing messages and speaking with visitors confidently
School support worker: supporting children's learning requires strong 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 GCSE english equivalent that many employers and further education courses ask for.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, ESOL courses develop language skills alongside Functional Skills.
Vocational qualifications at Level 1 or 2: many courses in care, business, or retail require Functional Skills English alongside the main qualification.
