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Free Level 2 Functional Skills English in ELY – Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library

CostFREE
Duration5 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Ely. Classes run at Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library, part-time during the day. You'll start with an initial assessment so your tutor can understand where you are and shape the course around you. Over around 5 months, you'll develop your reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication skills for everyday situations at work and at home. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a level 2 functional skills english qualification meets that requirement.

Who this course is for

Our accredited Functional Skills English course gives you the essential, practical skills in English that you can apply at work, at home or in your community by developing your reading, writing, speaking, listening and communication skills. You will gain confidence in using English in everyday life and work situations such as: • Supporting with your children's English homework • Writing persuasive letters and reports • Being creative and writing stories and poems • Being confident in public speaking and delivering presentations • Identifying relevant information from pieces of text • Meeting employer needs to support employment or progression in work

Entry requirements

Prior to starting the course, you will be required to complete an initial assessment and meet with your tutor. This will help us understand your current starting point and allow us to tailor the course to meet your specific needs.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including reports, letters, and articles.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes, such as formal letters, reports, and creative writing.
  • You'll develop your spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • You'll practise speaking and listening skills, including taking part in discussions and presentations.
  • You'll apply your English skills to real situations at work, at home, and in your community.
  • You'll build the skills to support others with English, including helping children with homework.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library, with a tutor who tailors sessions to your needs. Assessment for the City and Guilds Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English covers three components: reading, writing, and speaking, listening and communication. Each component is assessed separately. Reading and writing are assessed through formal exams. Speaking, listening and communication is assessed through a task observed by your tutor.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: clear written and spoken English is essential
  • Customer service assistant: communicate confidently with customers and colleagues
  • Care assistant: write accurate records and communicate clearly with service users
  • Teaching assistant: support pupils with reading and writing tasks
  • Receptionist: handle written correspondence and face-to-face communication
  • Retail supervisor: write reports, rotas, and staff communications
  • Library assistant: help the public and manage written information

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Functional Skills English: the next step if you want to develop your skills further beyond Level 2.
  • GCSE English Language (resit): some learners choose to take the GCSE alongside or after Functional Skills Level 2.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, childcare, and education require Level 2 English as an entry condition.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you're considering university, this typically requires Level 2 English as a starting point.
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