Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Swadlincote
CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Swadlincote. Classes run at Swadlincote Adult Community Education Centre. Sessions are part-time and daytime, so you can fit study around family, work, or other commitments. The course runs for 60 hours in total. 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 toward that standard.
Who this course is for
Details not currently avalible
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including letters, emails, and forms.
You'll write clearly for different purposes and audiences.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll speak clearly and listen carefully in discussions and conversations.
You'll identify the main points and details in spoken and written information.
You'll complete everyday tasks that involve reading and writing, such as filling in forms.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Swadlincote Adult Community Education Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through a written exam and a speaking and listening assessment, both set by City and Guilds. You'll have an initial assessment before the course begins so the centre can confirm Level 1 is the right starting point and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Swadlincote Adult Community 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 Level 2 English
Retail assistant: written communication is part of most retail roles
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork required
Receptionist: strong written and spoken English needed daily
Teaching assistant: schools expect solid English skills from support staff
Customer service advisor: clear written and verbal communication is essential
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 2: the Level 2 is the qualification employers and colleges most commonly ask for as a GCSE English equivalent. It's the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE English Language: some learners choose to sit a GCSE after completing Level 2 Functional Skills, particularly if they want to go on to further or higher education.
