Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English in Corby – Workpays Corby
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English course in Corby. Classes run at Workpays Corby. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you and to plan your learning. Over 55 hours of daytime English classes, you'll develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. This entry level functional skills english qualification builds the communication and analysis skills that employers look for across most sectors.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to improve their English skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Entry Level 3. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.
Entry requirements
You do not currently hold any English qualifications and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short documents.
You'll write clearly for a purpose, including messages, notes, and simple letters.
You'll spell, punctuate, and use grammar accurately at Entry Level 3.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ask questions.
You'll identify the main points in a text and explain what they mean.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Corby, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through a written exam and a speaking and listening assessment, both set and marked by City and Guilds.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Corby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken communication required
Care assistant: reading instructions and writing records daily
Warehouse operative: reading labels, forms, and safety notices
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written tasks
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written instructions and rotas
Administrator: writing emails, messages, and basic documents
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 ask for this level, and it opens doors to further training and higher-level courses.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, an ESOL course may also be worth exploring alongside or after this qualification.
