Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Long Eaton – Long Eaton Adult Education Centre
CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Long Eaton. Classes run at Long Eaton Adult Education Centre during the day, part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. Over 60 hours, you'll build your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills to a solid Level 1 standard. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Level 1 functional skills english qualification shows you're working toward that standard. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Details not currently avalible
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 to spoken information.
You'll speak clearly and take part in discussions and conversations.
You'll identify the main points and details in what you read or hear.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Long Eaton Adult Education Centre, working through reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is by a formal written exam and a separate speaking and listening assessment, both set and marked by City and Guilds. Your tutor will prepare you for both throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Long Eaton Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or 2 English
Retail sales assistant: customer-facing roles need clear written and spoken English
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Receptionist: writing messages, emails, and handling calls
School support worker: reading and writing support for pupils
Catering assistant: following written instructions and communicating with colleagues
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the level recognised as a GCSE English equivalent. Many employers and further education courses ask for Level 2 as a minimum.
GCSE English Language: available at some adult education centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as health and social care, business administration, or childcare, which often require Level 1 or Level 2 English alongside the main qualification.
