Free Functional Skills English Level 2 in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, part-time during the day. This is an intensive course: three days a week over three weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll develop your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills to a level that employers recognise as a GCSE English equivalent. A level 2 functional skills english qualification is accepted by employers and colleges in place of GCSE English.
Who this course is for
This is an intensive course run for 3 days over 3 weeks designed to ensure that an individual has the basic applied skills in order to solve problems and become a valuable employee. They build the confidence needed to tackle commonly recurring problems in any job role. Functional Skills English qualifications ensure that learners are able to speak, listen, communicate, read and write with increasing clarity, accuracy and effectiveness so that they can prepare for employment. It is also relevant for people in a current role looking to develop their skills resulting in the achievement of a nationally recognised qualification.
What you will learn
You'll speak and listen clearly in everyday and work-based situations.
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including workplace documents.
You'll write accurately, using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
You'll communicate with increasing effectiveness in a range of contexts.
You'll apply English skills to solve practical, real-world problems.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Truro College, three days a week over three weeks. Teaching focuses on applied English skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening in practical contexts. Assessment is by a formal written exam and a separate speaking and listening assessment. Both components must be passed to achieve the full qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken communication required
Care assistant: reading records and writing notes are daily tasks
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling written queries
Receptionist: emails, phone calls, and written communication daily
Teaching assistant: supporting reading and writing in the classroom
Administrator: drafting documents and correspondence at work
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pairs well with this English qualification; many employers and colleges ask for both.
GCSE English (resit): if you want a graded GCSE alongside your Functional Skills certificate.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: in areas such as health and social care, business, or childcare, where English at Level 2 is often an entry requirement.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: for those considering university, this qualification meets the English entry requirement for most Access courses.
