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Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Dudley – Dudley Wood Neighbourhood Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start18 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Dudley. Classes run at Dudley Wood Neighbourhood Learning Centre on Tuesday afternoons, part-time.

The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It runs for around 76 hours of study, typically spread over up to 40 weeks at two hours per week. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. This qualification is a recognised GCSE English alternative for people who don't yet hold a GCSE grade C (4) or above.

You'll finish with a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1.

Who this course is for

Adults 19+

Entry requirements

All students will complete an Initial Assessment prior to the September start date to ensure the level of study / course is suitable.

You are required to maintain over 90% attendance to show your commitment to the college and your studies.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills, including understanding different types of texts.
  • You'll practise writing clearly and accurately for different purposes.
  • You'll build your speaking skills through structured activities and discussion.
  • You'll improve your listening skills and how you respond to spoken information.
  • You'll use independent learning resources, including online materials and workbooks, to support your classroom study.

How you will learn

Classes are taught by a tutor in the classroom at Dudley Wood Neighbourhood Learning Centre. You'll also do independent study at home using online resources and workbooks. Assessment runs throughout the course. At the end, you'll sit a separate exam paper for reading and writing. You'll also complete a speaking and listening assessment.

What you will need to bring

Bring a notebook, pen, and pencil to each class.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Care assistant, writes records and speaks with clients and colleagues daily.
  • Retail assistant, handles written instructions, emails, and customer queries.
  • Warehouse operative, reads safety notices and completes written documentation.
  • Administrator, drafts emails and processes written information for an employer.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the recognised GCSE English equivalent that many employers and colleges ask for.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2, useful alongside English for a wider range of jobs and courses.
  • A vocational qualification at Level 2 in your chosen sector, where English Level 1 or 2 is often an entry requirement.
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