Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Coventry – Southfields Adult Education Centre

CostFREE
Duration85 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Coventry. Classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over around 85 hours, you'll build your reading, writing, and communication skills to a solid Level 1 standard. A level 1 functional skills english course covers everyday English tasks: understanding texts, writing clearly, and speaking and listening in real situations. This is a recognised gcse english alternative that employers and colleges accept. You'll sit an assessment at the end.

Who this course is for

Courses run on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For more detailed information regarding courses please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand different types of texts, including letters, forms, and articles.
  • You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as emails, notes, and short reports.
  • You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
  • You'll listen carefully and respond appropriately in conversations and discussions.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ideas to others.
  • You'll identify the main points and purpose in texts you read.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and activities. Assessment is by externally set and marked tests, covering reading and writing. Speaking and listening is assessed separately by your tutor. You'll need to pass all components to achieve the full qualification.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: written records and clear communication are essential
  • Retail assistant: reading instructions, writing notes, serving customers
  • Warehouse operative: reading safety signs and completing paperwork
  • Receptionist: writing messages, reading correspondence, speaking to visitors
  • Teaching assistant: supporting reading and writing activities in school
  • Customer service advisor: handling written and spoken queries

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the gcse english equivalent accepted by most employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
  • GCSE English Language: if you want a traditional GCSE grade, some centres offer this alongside Functional Skills.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, or childcare require Level 2 English as an entry condition.

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