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Free Level 1 Functional Skills English Online – Qdos Training

CostFREE
Duration2 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 Course. Study online, at your own pace, in your own time. There are no prior qualifications needed to enrol. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point, and your learning will be planned from there. The course covers reading, writing, and communication skills at Level 1. It typically takes around 2 months to complete. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a level 1 functional skills english qualification is a recognised step toward that standard.

Who this course is for

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.

Entry requirements

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and straightforward information.
  • You'll identify the main points and purposes of written material.
  • 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 listen to and understand spoken information in familiar contexts.
  • You'll speak clearly to communicate information and ideas to others.

How you will learn

You study online, working through reading, writing, listening, and speaking tasks at your own pace. Assessment is by externally marked tests set by City and Guilds. Reading and writing are assessed through timed online exams. Speaking, listening, and communication are assessed separately, usually through a recorded or observed task. You complete these assessments online or at an approved test centre, depending on the component.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Qdos Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or Level 2 English
  • Retail assistant: written communication is part of most customer-facing roles
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing records requires solid English
  • Receptionist: written and spoken English used daily in this role
  • Teaching assistant: schools expect at least Level 2 English, so Level 1 is a stepping stone
  • Administrator: emails, letters, and reports are core to office work

What you could study next

The natural next step is Functional Skills English Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE English equivalent. Many employers and colleges require Level 2 English as a minimum. From there, you could move into a vocational qualification in your chosen sector, an Access to Higher Education Diploma, or an apprenticeship. Some learners also go on to GCSE English if they want a traditional qualification for further study.

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