Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Medway. Classes run at TCHC Medway GAPS Centre. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening, with a separate assessment in each area. At 55 hours, it's a focused full-time daytime route to gaining your English qualification. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Level 2 Functional Skills English Certificate is the recognised equivalent. You'll also get support with CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation alongside your studies. Note: you must be enrolled on a vocational qualification at one of the GAPS centres to join this course.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in Functional Skills English.
What you will learn
You'll develop reading skills to understand and interpret a range of texts.
You'll practise writing clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll build speaking and listening skills for everyday and workplace situations.
You'll complete an assessment in each of the three areas: reading, writing, and speaking and listening.
You'll get support with cost-of-living budgeting alongside your English studies.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom at TCHC Medway GAPS Centre during the daytime. You'll be assessed separately in three components: reading, writing, and speaking and listening. Each component has its own assessment. You'll also have access to careers guidance, mentoring, work placements, and an employment hub with live job vacancies and interview training.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Medway GAPS 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
Receptionist: reading, writing, and communication used daily
Healthcare support worker: documentation and patient communication require solid English
Retail sales assistant: writing, reading, and speaking with customers
Teaching assistant: supporting literacy in schools needs confident English
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety notices
Administrator: emails, reports, and records all rely on written English
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pairs well with your English qualification and is often required alongside it by employers and colleges.
GCSE English (resit): if you want to progress to A-levels or certain higher education courses that specify GCSE grades.
Level 3 qualifications in your vocational area: many Level 3 courses require Level 2 English as an entry condition, so this qualification opens that door.
