Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Online – Qdos Training
CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, which makes it easier to fit around work, family, or other commitments. The course typically takes 2 months. You'll build reading, writing, and communication skills at Entry Level 3. No prior qualifications are needed; you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent, and this course is a step toward it.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.
Entry requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, such as filling in forms or writing a message.
You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.
You'll use basic punctuation, spelling, and grammar in your writing.
You'll follow and give simple instructions and explanations.
You'll recognise how language and tone change depending on the situation.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through materials at your own pace. Assessment for the Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3) includes a reading task and a writing task. These are completed as formal assessments. There are no specific prior learning requirements, so you start from where you are now.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Qdos Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication are used daily
Warehouse operative: written instructions and forms are part of the role
Cleaner or caretaker: written health and safety information to follow
School or nursery support worker: reading and writing used throughout the day
Kitchen assistant: menus, labels, and instructions require everyday English
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level as a minimum.
GCSE English Language: available through some colleges if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require Functional Skills English alongside them.
