Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Warrington. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you; the college will use it to plan your programme. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills at Entry Level 3. It runs over 75 hours of daytime classroom study. This entry level functional skills english qualification sits below Level 1 and is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2 English, the GCSE English equivalent.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll write clearly for everyday purposes, including simple forms and messages.
You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations and discussions.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ask questions.
You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington, with a mix of reading and writing tasks, group discussion, and speaking and listening activities. Assessment is through a set of tasks that test each skill area: reading, writing, and speaking and listening. These are assessed separately. You must pass each component to achieve the full qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Warrington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: written and spoken communication used daily.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: recording notes and communicating with colleagues.
Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts.
Catering assistant: reading menus, labels, and health and safety notices.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written instructions and schedules.
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 GCSE English alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many employers ask for Level 2 English as a minimum.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges alongside or after Functional Skills, if you want a GCSE grade.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: build your maths alongside your English at the same level.
