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Free Entry Level Functional Skills English in Halifax – Calderdale Adult Learning

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in Halifax. Classes run at Calderdale Adult Learning, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll work on reading, writing, and comprehension at Entry Level 1. Before you enrol, you'll have a skills check to confirm the right level for you. The course runs over 36 weeks. You'll finish with a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry 1.

Who this course is for

For those who wish to work towards qualifications in English at Entry Level. The course is for students who wish to improve their English skills and work at the level they are assessed at. The Entry Level courses are designed for learners who may have specific difficulties in Reading, Writing and Comprehension.

Entry requirements

ALL LEARNERS MUST HAVE A SKILLS CHECK INITIAL ASSESSMENT BEFORE ENROLLING - CALL US ON 01422 392820 FOR AVAILABLE DATES AND TO BOOK.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand short, simple texts.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
  • You'll understand the meaning of words and phrases in everyday contexts.
  • You'll follow simple written instructions.
  • You'll communicate in writing for basic everyday purposes.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Calderdale Adult Learning, working through reading, writing, and comprehension tasks at your own assessed level. Assessment is through tasks and activities set by NOCN. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and support you to complete the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Calderdale Adult Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for basic English skills
  • Retail assistant: reading, writing, and communication used daily
  • Warehouse operative: able to follow written instructions and complete forms
  • Cleaner or domestic support worker: written communication often required
  • School or nursery support: reading and writing needed for records and notices

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move up through the Entry Level Functional Skills English Qualification at Entry Level 2 and Entry Level 3. From there, Functional Skills English Level 1 and then Level 2 are the next steps. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent and is accepted by many employers and colleges in place of a GCSE.

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