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Free Level 1 English Skills Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 English Skills Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Sutton Community Academy, part-time during the day. The course runs over 60 hours, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll work on reading, writing, and communication at Level 1, building the english skills qualification that employers and colleges recognise. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

TBC

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills, including understanding different types of text.
  • You'll practise writing clearly and accurately for different purposes.
  • You'll work on spelling, punctuation, and grammar at Level 1.
  • You'll build your ability to communicate information in writing.
  • You'll learn to identify the main points and meaning in written material.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Sutton Community Academy. Assessment is through written tasks and activities that reflect real-life reading and writing situations. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout the course to help you progress. There is no formal exam pressure - assessment is built into your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Community Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - clear written communication is essential
  • Receptionist - reading and writing accurately every day
  • Care assistant - record-keeping and written notes required
  • Retail assistant - handling written instructions and stock records
  • Warehouse operative - reading safety notices and completing paperwork
  • Administrator - writing emails, letters, and basic documents

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills English - the recognised GCSE equivalent in English, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE grade 4 or above.
  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in English Skills (NOCN) - a natural next step to deepen your reading and writing at a higher level.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen field - many require Level 2 English as part of their entry requirements.
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