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Free GCSE English Language Course in Telford

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Telford. Classes run at Nova Training Wellington, full-time during the day.

This course is for 16 to 19 year olds who previously achieved a grade 3 or grade D in GCSE English Language. The course runs for 13 weeks and uses a blended approach. You'll attend classroom lessons with a tutor, study in the centre, and use an online learning platform. Topics include reading, writing, spoken language, and analysing texts.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

Nova Training offer a GCSE (9-1) English Language - post 16 retake. This qualification is available to any learners who achieved a grade D or grade 3 in their GCSE English language at school. Nova Training offer a blended learning approach consisting of classroom based lessons with a GCSE Tutor, supported study in centres and e-learning via our e learning platform.

Course Content The course supports learners to develop their GCSE English Language Skills in preparation for either the Autumn or Summer retake windows provided by the examining body.

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 16 to 19. As this is a retake qualification learners must have achieved a grade D or 3 in GCSE English Language previously.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills, including how to analyse and compare texts.
  • You'll practise writing for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll learn how to structure and present written arguments clearly.
  • You'll study language and how writers use it to create effects.
  • You'll develop your spoken language and communication skills.
  • You'll prepare for both the written exams and the spoken language endorsement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons with a GCSE tutor, supported study sessions at the centre, and e-learning via an online platform. Assessment is by written exams at the end of the course. There is also a spoken language endorsement, which is assessed separately and does not affect your overall grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Wellington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service adviser, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Administrative assistant, handles correspondence, reports, and written records.
  • Healthcare support worker, reads and writes care notes and communicates with patients.
  • Retail team leader, writes rotas, emails, and handles customer queries.
  • Teaching assistant, supports reading and writing activities in the classroom.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A Level English Language or English Literature, for learners who want to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in a subject of your choice, where GCSE English is an entry requirement.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills English, if you want to build further confidence before progressing.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, which often requires GCSE English as an entry condition.
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