Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Corby. Classes run at CKW Academy. You'll study full-time during the day, covering reading, writing, and communication skills at Level 1. The course takes 75 hours in total. A level 1 functional skills english qualification sits one step below the GCSE english alternative that many employers ask for, making it a solid foundation before moving to Level 2. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and longer passages.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and short reports.
You'll spell, punctuate, and use grammar accurately at Level 1 standard.
You'll listen to and understand spoken information in familiar situations.
You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions in a range of everyday contexts.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of written and spoken material.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at CKW Academy, with a personalised programme planned around your starting point. Assessment is through a formal written exam and a separate speaking and listening assessment. Both are set and marked externally by City and Guilds. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can confirm Level 1 is the right fit and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CKW Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail sales assistant: clear written and spoken English needed daily.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork.
Care assistant: communicating with clients and writing basic records.
Receptionist: handling calls, emails, and written messages.
Kitchen assistant: following written instructions and team communication.
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 2: the recognised GCSE english equivalent that many employers and colleges require. A natural next step after Level 1.
Functional Skills Qualification in Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: often studied alongside English to strengthen your overall profile.
GCSE English: available at some centres if you want the full GCSE qualification after completing Level 2.
