Free Level 1 Essential English in Everyday Life Course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Triage Hartlepool, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course builds your English skills for everyday situations, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It uses Functional Skills content as its foundation and is designed to fill gaps in your English at Level 1. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs over 17 days.
Who this course is for
The qualification is part of a suite of qualifications that builds on knowledge and skills from entry level 1 through to level 2. It will support learners with any identified skills gaps in English and has been designed using the Functional Skills subject content to develop skills for everyday life and support progression into Functional Skills.
What you will learn
You'll develop your reading skills for everyday texts and documents.
You'll practise writing clearly for real situations, such as forms, messages, and notes.
You'll build your speaking and listening skills for everyday conversations.
You'll identify and work on any gaps in your English at Level 1.
You'll use English in practical, everyday contexts to strengthen your confidence in using it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Triage Hartlepool. Learning is delivered part-time during the day. Assessment follows the NCFE qualification framework, which uses the Functional Skills subject content as its basis. Your progress will be assessed through tasks and activities that reflect everyday English use.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Hartlepool 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
Care assistant: documentation and speaking with clients and colleagues
Retail assistant: handling written information and talking with customers
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety notices
School support assistant: written communication and working with staff
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 1: a formal qualification at the same level, recognised by employers when they ask for basic English skills.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE-equivalent English qualification. Many employers and further education courses ask for this.
NCFE Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life Level 2: the next step in this same qualification suite, building on what you've covered at Level 1.
