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Free Entry Level Functional Skills English in Darlington – Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in Darlington. Classes run at Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre, full-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs for 12 weeks and covers the core English skills employers and colleges look for: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It's open to adults aged 19 and over who live in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area. A free functional skills english course for adults looking to build a solid foundation before moving toward a GCSE english alternative at Level 1 or 2.

Who this course is for

Anyone aged 19+ who needs an English qualification

Entry requirements

Aged 19+ Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK and lived in the UK or EU continuously for the previous three years before the start of learning. Any questions please contact us.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, including signs, forms, and short documents.
  • You'll write clearly for practical purposes, such as messages, notes, and simple letters.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll speak clearly and listen carefully in everyday conversations and discussions.
  • You'll follow and give straightforward instructions.
  • You'll identify the main points in spoken and written information.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at The Coleridge Centre, working through reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is through a combination of on-screen or paper-based tests and a speaking and listening assessment. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and help you prepare for the final assessments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education at The Coleridge 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 essential
  • Care assistant: reading care plans and writing notes is part of the role
  • Retail assistant: communicating with customers and completing paperwork
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety information
  • Receptionist: writing messages, emails, and handling enquiries
  • School support worker: reading and writing skills needed for classroom roles

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 3, you can move on to a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1, then Level 2. The Level 2 qualification is the recognised GCSE english alternative that many employers and colleges accept. From there, you could progress to a GCSE English qualification itself, or use your Level 2 to meet entry requirements for vocational courses, apprenticeships, or further study.

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