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Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Wolverhampton

CostFREE
Duration17 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Adult Education Wolverhampton, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 17 weeks. It covers practical reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. These are the skills you use in everyday life, at work, and in further study. You'll have an initial assessment before you start. This helps place you at the right level. The course is for learners aged 19 or over.

You'll finish with a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1, a recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by employers and for apprenticeships.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills English Level 1 gives students the practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills needed for everyday life, work and further study. Edexcel Functional Skills qualifications are available from Entry 1 to Level 2 and are widely accepted for apprenticeships, employment and progression routes. Level 1 is ideal for adults progressing from ESOL or Entry Level English who want to build confidence with realworld English tasks.

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over. Recommended for students working at Entry 3 or higher in literacy. Initial assessment will help place students at the correct level.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, such as letters, emails, and forms.
  • You'll write clearly for different purposes, including work and personal tasks.
  • You'll practise speaking and listening in real conversations and discussions.
  • You'll develop skills for following instructions and communicating at work.
  • You'll build the English skills needed for further study or training.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Education Wolverhampton. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through tasks and a formal test set by Pearson Edexcel. The speaking and listening component is assessed by your tutor. The reading and writing tests are taken under exam conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education Wolverhampton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and written communications.
  • Care assistant, reads care plans and records notes accurately.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written instructions and completes paperwork.
  • Retail assistant, uses reading and writing skills daily.
  • Receptionist, manages written and spoken communication at a front desk.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the next step and a recognised GCSE English equivalent accepted by most employers.
  • GCSE English, a formal qualification for those aiming for college or university entry.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as childcare, business, or health and social care, many of which require Level 1 English as a starting point.
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