Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Lowestoft. Classes run at Lowestoft Campus. You'll study full-time during the day, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills. The course runs for 90 hours in total. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent, and this Entry Level 3 course builds the foundation you need to get there. Pearson Edexcel is the exam board. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
English Entry 3 Functional Skills E&T (DIU00YAAE3 25/26LA) is based in the College English & Maths department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen EDEXCEL as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short articles.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as messages, notes, and simple letters.
You'll spell common words correctly and use basic punctuation.
You'll speak clearly and listen carefully in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll follow and give straightforward instructions in spoken and written form.
You'll identify the main points in texts and explain what they mean.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lowestoft Campus, with daytime sessions throughout the week. Teaching covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Assessment is through a formal Pearson Edexcel exam at the end of the course. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam through practice tasks and class activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lowestoft Campus 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
Retail sales assistant: reading, writing, and communication used daily
Care assistant: documentation and talking with clients requires solid English
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Receptionist: writing messages, emails, and greeting visitors
School support worker: reading and writing support for pupils
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, building more complex reading and writing skills.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges. This is the level many jobs and further courses ask for.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges for those who want the traditional qualification route.
