Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in Southwark. Classes run at Bosco College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills you can use at work and in everyday life. The course runs for 7 months. A functional skills english qualification at this level is a recognised gcse english alternative that employers and colleges accept. Functional Skills English at Entry Level 3 is a solid step toward Level 1 and Level 2 study.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts, signs, and written information.
You'll write clearly for practical purposes such as forms, messages, and short notes.
You'll spell common words and use basic punctuation correctly.
You'll speak clearly and listen carefully in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll follow and give simple instructions in spoken and written form.
You'll build the literacy skills needed for work and further learning.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Bosco College, with daytime sessions across the week. Assessment is through tasks that reflect real reading, writing, speaking, and listening situations. You'll be assessed on your ability to use English in practical contexts. Before the course begins, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bosco College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written tasks
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and colleagues
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Receptionist: writing messages and speaking with visitors
Catering assistant: following written instructions and menus
Classroom support assistant: supporting teachers with everyday tasks
What you could study next
Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 1: the next step up, building on Entry Level 3 reading, writing, and communication skills.
Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 2: the recognised gcse english equivalent, widely accepted by employers and colleges as proof of English ability.
Functional Skills qualification in Maths at Entry Level 3: develop numeracy alongside your English skills.
