Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Ipswich. Classes run at TCHC Ipswich GAPS Centre. You'll need to be enrolled on a vocational qualification at one of the GAPS centres to join. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening, with an assessment in each area. At 55 hours, it's a focused daytime commitment. This is a recognised entry level functional skills english qualification and a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in Functional Skills English.
What you will learn
You'll develop your reading skills across everyday texts and materials.
You'll practise writing clearly and accurately for different purposes.
You'll build your speaking and listening skills in structured activities.
You'll complete an assessment in each of the three areas: reading, writing, and speaking and listening.
You'll get support with cost-of-living budgeting alongside your English studies.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at TCHC Ipswich GAPS Centre during the day. You'll be assessed separately in reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Each assessment is tied directly to the skills covered in that element of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Ipswich GAPS Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is expected
Retail sales assistant: reading and writing used daily on the job
Care assistant: documentation and communication are core to the role
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing records
Receptionist: writing messages and speaking with visitors
Classroom teaching assistant: supporting reading and writing with pupils
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 GCSE English alternative recognised by employers and further education providers. Many job applications and college courses ask for this level.
GCSE English Language: available at some centres if you want the GCSE qualification specifically.
