Free Entry Level Functional Skills English Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at Skills 2 Achieve Portsmouth, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll work on reading, writing, and spoken English at Entry Level 2. The course typically takes 6 months part-time. No formal entry requirements; you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. A good step toward the Entry Level 3 or Level 1 functional skills english qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for young people aged 16-19 (or 24 with an EHCP) who would like to improve their reading, writing and spoken English, perhaps to get a job or begin a course or training. It will help you to build your confidence to communicate well in everyday situations. Functional Skills English courses are included in all school leaver study programmes for anyone who hasn’t yet achieved grade 5 or above at GCSE. It's taken as part of our study programme which includes employability skills and the opportunity to participate in work experience and community projects.
If College or school isn’t for you then our study programme may be the right environment for you to gain these valuable skills to enable you to move forward.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment to establish which Functional Skills level of entry is right for you.
You'll have a discussion with one of our Skills2Achieve tutors about your hobbies and interests and your career and study goals.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts such as signs, forms, and short messages.
You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and spelling.
You'll fill in everyday forms and write short notes or messages.
You'll listen and respond in straightforward conversations.
You'll speak clearly to share information in familiar situations.
You'll follow simple instructions given in spoken or written form.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Skills 2 Achieve Portsmouth, with a tutor guiding you through reading, writing, and speaking activities. Assessment is through tasks and activities set by City and Guilds, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening. You'll complete these as part of your course rather than in a single exam sitting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skills 2 Achieve Portsmouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving customers, handling stock and till work.
Care assistant: supporting clients with daily tasks and communication.
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling basic written messages.
Cleaner or caretaker: reading rotas, signing in, completing records.
Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and food hygiene notices.
What you could study next
Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry Level 3: the next step up, building more confident reading and writing.
Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 1: moves you closer to the GCSE English alternative recognised by many employers.
Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 2: the qualification employers recognise as a gcse english equivalent, often required for further training or employment.
