Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Oldham – Hollinwood Academy
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Oldham. Classes run at Hollinwood Academy. Your learning is tailored to your individual needs and goals, as set out in your Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at Entry Level 3. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes two years. An entry level functional skills english course like this builds the English skills you need for everyday life, further study, and work.
Who this course is for
Learners follow a course tailored to their individual needs and desired outcomes as agreed in their EHCP and are entered for appropriate accreditation according to their abilities and aspirations.
Entry requirements
Academic ability
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, such as notes, forms, and messages.
You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
You'll speak clearly to share information and ideas.
You'll follow and give simple instructions.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Hollinwood Academy, with teaching tailored to your EHCP goals and abilities. Assessment is through tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening. You'll be entered for the qualification when you're ready, based on your progress and aspirations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hollinwood Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving customers, handling stock and payments.
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing records.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
Cleaner or caretaker: reading safety instructions and completing logs.
Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and labelling food.
Post room or admin assistant: sorting, recording, and basic correspondence.
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 alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
