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Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Dudley – Castle and Priory Neighbourhood Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration74 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Castle and Priory Neighbourhood Learning Centre, part-time during the day.

The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Sessions run for around two hours a week, with around 74 hours of study in total. You'll also do some independent learning at home using online resources or workbooks.

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

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their English and who does not already have a GCSE grade C (4) or above.

Entry requirements

None, before joining a course, all learners will have an initial assessment to ensure that you are on the correct level course.

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, including how to communicate clearly in everyday situations.
  • You'll improve your listening skills and respond to spoken information.
  • You'll learn to use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly.

How you will learn

Classes are tutor-led in the classroom. You'll also do independent study at home using online resources or workbooks. Assessment runs throughout the course. At the end, you'll sit a separate exam paper for reading and writing. You'll also take part in a speaking and listening assessment.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, written and spoken English is essential for this role.
  • Care assistant, clear communication helps when supporting clients and writing notes.
  • Retail assistant, reading and writing skills are used daily in this role.
  • Administrator, strong English supports emails, forms, and record-keeping.
  • Teaching assistant, good English is needed to support pupils in the classroom.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the recognised GCSE English equivalent accepted by employers and colleges.
  • GCSE English, if you want a traditional GCSE qualification after completing Level 1.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as childcare, health and social care, or business, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 English qualification.
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