Free Level 2 Functional Skills English in North Shields – Barnardo’s Employment, Training and Skills North
CostFREE
Duration52 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in North Shields. Classes run at Barnardo's Employment, Training and Skills North, as part of a 16-19 Study Programme. There are no entry requirements for this course. Over 52 hours of daytime classroom study, you'll develop the reading, writing, and communication skills that employers and colleges ask for. A Level 2 functional skills english qualification is the recognised GCSE english equivalent, accepted wherever employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Who this course is for
16-19 Study Programme.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements, completed as part of a 16-19 Study Programme if required.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including those used in work and everyday life.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in formal and informal contexts.
You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions and presentations.
You'll identify the main points and arguments in written and spoken material.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Barnardo's Employment, Training and Skills North during the day. Assessment is by external exam, covering reading, writing, and speaking and listening components. Each component is assessed separately. You'll need to pass all components to achieve the full qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnardo's Employment, Training and Skills North 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: records, reports, and communication with clients and families
Retail sales assistant: serving customers and handling written queries
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils requires confident English skills
