Free Entry Level English Skills Course Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield – Sutton Community Academy

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level English Skills Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Sutton Community Academy, part-time during the day. You must be 19 or over at the start of the academic year and have lived in the EU for three or more years to enrol. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point for you. The course runs over 60 hours, giving you time to build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at a manageable pace.

Who this course is for

TBC

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, including letters, forms, and short articles.
  • You'll write clearly for common purposes such as messages, notes, and simple documents.
  • You'll spell and punctuate accurately in everyday writing.
  • You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations and discussions.
  • You'll speak clearly to give information and express your views.
  • You'll follow and give simple instructions and explanations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Sutton Community Academy, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is through short written tasks and spoken activities completed during the course. There is no formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Community Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Receptionist, admin assistant or office support role requiring clear written communication
  • Care assistant, where written records and clear communication matter
  • Retail or customer service assistant, handling everyday written and spoken tasks
  • Warehouse or logistics operative, reading instructions and completing paperwork
  • Classroom or school support assistant, supporting pupils with literacy tasks

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 Certificate: a formal qualification at the same level, recognised by employers and colleges.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification employers recognise as equivalent to GCSE English, opening doors to further training and employment.

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