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Free Level 2 Functional Skills English in Middlesbrough – St Marys Centre

CostFREE
Duration55 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Middlesbrough. Classes run at St Marys Centre, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. The course covers reading, writing, and communication skills. Functional Skills Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and universities. You must be aged 19 or over to enrol. The course runs on a flexible, daytime basis.

Who this course is for

This course is suited for Anyone who:

Would like to brush up, improve their English Want to help their children with their English Gain a recognized qualification to help with employment Need entry to University or other College programme Want to get on in their job

Entry requirements

You must be age 19+

We will check your current skills and advise you what Level you need to work at.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including complex documents
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences
  • You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly
  • You'll listen and respond to spoken information and discussions
  • You'll speak clearly and confidently in formal and informal situations
  • You'll identify the main points and purposes of written and spoken material

How you will learn

You'll study through a blend of classroom sessions at St Marys Centre and online learning you can do in your own time. Assessment is by written examination and a speaking and listening assessment. Both are set and marked externally. Your tutor will work through practice tasks with you to prepare you for each assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Marys Centre 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
  • Administrator or receptionist: employers often ask for a GCSE English equivalent
  • Healthcare support worker: required for many NHS and care roles
  • Teaching assistant: schools require Level 2 English as a minimum
  • Retail supervisor: written communication skills used daily
  • Warehouse or logistics coordinator: documentation and reporting tasks
  • Childcare worker: required for many nursery and school roles

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pairs well with English Level 2 for employment and university entry requirements.
  • GCSE English (resit): some learners use Level 2 Functional Skills as a stepping stone back to a formal GCSE.
  • Level 3 qualifications in health and social care, business, education, or other sectors: most require Level 2 English as a minimum entry condition.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma: universities accept Functional Skills Level 2 English as part of the entry requirements.
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