Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Northampton – TESS Group
CostFREE
Duration-12 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Functional Skills English Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while you're in a job role, fitting learning around your work. This free functional skills english course for adults builds practical English skills you can use straight away at work and in everyday life. It covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening at a level that helps you communicate clearly and confidently. The course takes up to 12 months. It's a recognised gcse english alternative and counts toward Apprenticeships and other wider qualifications.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for candidates aged 14 and above. The NCFE Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 1 is an ideal qualification for candidates wishing to develop practical, transferable skills in English in order to work confidently, effectively and independently in life. It is suitable for a wide range of individuals and is fundamental to the successful completion of various wider qualifications and frameworks, such as Foundation Learning, the Diploma and Apprenticeships.
Entry requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for
this qualification. This qualification is suitable for learners aged pre-16 and above.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including workplace documents.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as emails, forms, and short reports.
You'll organise your writing so it makes sense to the reader.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling accurately at Level 1 standard.
You'll listen and respond appropriately in discussions and conversations.
You'll communicate information clearly when speaking to others.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in your workplace. Assessment is through a combination of tasks and a formal externally set and marked exam. The reading and writing components are assessed under timed conditions. Speaking, listening, and communicating is assessed through a task observed by your assessor. TESS Group will confirm the specific assessment schedule with you and your employer.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TESS Group 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
Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
Care assistant: writing notes and communicating with colleagues and clients
Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts
Administrator: emails, forms, and basic office correspondence
Teaching assistant: supporting literacy activities in a classroom
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE English equivalent that many employers and further education courses ask for.
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Maths: pair your English qualification with maths to meet common employer and apprenticeship requirements.
Apprenticeship programmes: many apprenticeships require Functional Skills Level 1 or 2 as part of the framework.
