Level 1 Functional Skills English in Bolton for Young People with an EHCP
CostUsually funded by your local authority
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), usually aged 16 to 25. Places are usually arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Bolton. Classes run at Birtenshaw College. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening at Level 1, the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 24 months to complete.
Who this course is for
Learners working at Level 1
Entry requirements
Learners should be working at Level 1
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and written information.
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 speak and listen effectively in discussions and presentations.
You'll identify the main points and purposes in texts you read.
You'll plan and organise your writing before you draft it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Birtenshaw College, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Assessment is through externally set and marked tests for reading and writing, and an internally assessed speaking and listening component. You'll need to pass all three components to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Birtenshaw College 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
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Care assistant: writing records and communicating with colleagues
Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts
Receptionist: reading and writing correspondence daily
Teaching assistant: supporting literacy activities in classrooms
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 2: the next step up, and the level recognised as equivalent to a GCSE English pass. Many employers and further education courses ask for Level 2 English.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges if you want a traditional GCSE grade alongside or instead of Functional Skills.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: strong English skills support entry to a wide range of Level 2 courses in health and social care, business, and other sectors.
