Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in Sunderland. Classes run at Uplift. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around family, caring, or other commitments. There are no formal entry requirements, and the course is open to Sunderland residents. You'll build core English skills across reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course runs over 5 days. A functional skills english qualification at this level supports everyday communication and is a stepping stone toward Entry Level 3 and beyond.
Who this course is for
Residents of Sunderland
Entry requirements
Nor formal entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, familiar texts.
You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
You'll speak clearly to communicate basic information.
You'll identify the main points in everyday written material.
You'll use English for practical, everyday tasks such as filling in forms.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Uplift, with a tutor guiding sessions on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect everyday English use. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 2; you'll be assessed on the skills you demonstrate during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Uplift will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is expected.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: communicating with clients and writing basic records.
Retail assistant: handling queries and reading product information.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written instructions and rotas.
Kitchen assistant: reading labels, allergen notices, and basic instructions.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3): the next step up, covering more complex reading and writing tasks.
Functional Skills English Level 1: moves you closer to the GCSE english alternative that many employers ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised gcse english equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
