Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Bath College for more info.
Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Bath. Classes run at Bath College City Centre Campus, part-time during the day. The course takes around one year to complete. You'll study reading, writing, speaking, and listening at Level 1. This is a recognised GCSE English alternative, and when employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Level 1 Functional Skills English Qualification is a step toward meeting that standard. You'll start with an initial assessment so the college can plan your learning at the right level.
Who this course is for
Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and longer pieces of writing.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and short reports.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll listen carefully and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions in a range of contexts.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of texts you read.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Bath College City Centre Campus, with a tutor guiding your sessions. Assessment is through a reading exam, a writing exam, and a speaking and listening assessment. These are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll practise exam-style tasks throughout the course so you're prepared before you sit the assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bath College City Centre Campus 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.
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication skills used daily.
Care assistant: documentation and communication are core parts of the role.
Retail assistant: reading instructions and writing records required.
Warehouse operative: reading safety notices and completing paperwork.
Teaching assistant: supporting literacy work alongside qualified teachers.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the next step up, and the qualification recognised as a GCSE English equivalent by employers and colleges. Many jobs and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges for adults who want the traditional qualification.
Level 2 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, and childcare require Level 2 English alongside the main subject.
