Free Level 2 Functional Skills English in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Blackburn. Classes run at Training 2000, with full-time daytime attendance over 20 weeks. This level 2 functional skills english course covers reading, writing, and spoken English at the level employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE english equivalent. Entry requirements ask for GCSE grade 4 ideally, though applicants with lower grades can apply and will go through further assessments.

Who this course is for

16 to 18 year olds looking to secure an Apprenticeship within 6 months

Entry requirements

GCSE 4 ideally ,although applicants with lower grades can apply and will undergo through further assessments.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including complex documents and reports.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll plan, draft, and proofread your own writing.
  • You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly.
  • You'll listen and respond to spoken language in formal and informal situations.
  • You'll present information and ideas clearly in spoken English.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Training 2000, full-time during the day. Learning covers reading, writing, and spoken English through practical tasks and exercises. Assessment is by external examination and a portfolio of written work. You'll be assessed on reading, writing, and speaking and listening components, all set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Training 2000 will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor: clear written and spoken English is essential
  • Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication skills used daily
  • Healthcare support worker: documentation and patient communication require this level
  • Retail team leader: writing reports and communicating with staff and customers
  • Business administrator: emails, letters, and records require confident English
  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils needs strong literacy skills

What you could study next

  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject area: many require Level 2 English as a condition of entry.
  • A-levels or a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: both typically ask for GCSE English or the functional skills english equivalent.
  • Apprenticeships: most Apprenticeship frameworks require Level 2 English, so this qualification opens those routes directly.

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