Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, as part of a full-time study programme for learners aged 16 to 24 with an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. This level 2 functional skills english course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening skills used in everyday life and work. It runs over one year with daytime classes. Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE english equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges in place of GCSE English.
Who this course is for
This course is offered as part of a larger study programme for learners aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including documents used in work and daily life.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll develop your spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
You'll practise speaking and listening skills, including taking part in discussions.
You'll learn to identify the main points and meanings in written material.
You'll build skills in planning and organising written responses.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with daytime attendance. Assessment for Functional Skills English Level 2 includes a reading exam, a writing exam, and a speaking, listening, and communication component. These are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will use an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is essential
Administrative assistant: emails, letters, and documents require Level 2 English
Care assistant: communication skills matter in every care setting
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and talking with customers daily
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing records
Apprentice in any sector: most apprenticeships require Level 2 English
What you could study next
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject area: many Level 3 courses and apprenticeships require Level 2 English as an entry condition, so this opens those doors.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: often studied alongside English, and similarly required by employers and further education providers.
GCSE English (if you want a graded qualification): some learners go on to sit GCSE English after completing Functional Skills Level 2.
