Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Rotherham. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. This daytime english course for adults runs full-time and takes around 75 hours to complete. You'll build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills at Level 1. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a level 1 functional skills english qualification is a recognised step on that route. It also sits below Level 2, which is the accepted GCSE english alternative for most job and college requirements.
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 use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in straightforward situations.
You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions in familiar contexts.
You'll identify the main points and purposes in texts you read.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. Learning is delivered face to face during daytime sessions. Assessment is through externally set and marked reading and writing tasks, plus a speaking, listening, and communication component assessed by your tutor. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the college can confirm Level 1 is the right starting point and plan your programme around your needs.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Receptionist: clear written and spoken English is essential
Retail sales assistant: reading, writing, and customer communication daily
Care assistant: documentation and communication with colleagues and clients
Catering assistant: following written instructions and basic record-keeping
Childcare support worker: written records and spoken communication required
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the next step up, and the qualification recognised as a GCSE English alternative by most employers and colleges. Worth pursuing if you need to meet entry requirements for further training or work.
GCSE English Language: available at some colleges alongside or after Functional Skills, if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many require Level 1 English as a minimum, so this qualification opens those doors.
