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Level 1 Functional Skills English Course in Widnes for Young People with an EHCP

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

For pupils of Ashley School 6th Form with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

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About this course

Free Level 1 Functional Skills English Course in Widnes. Classes run at Ashley School 6th Form, full-time during the day.

The course builds practical reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. You'll learn to use these skills in everyday situations at work and in life. It runs over one year and is designed for learners aged 16 to 19 years old.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English, a recognised GCSE English equivalent.

Who this course is for

This level 1 accredited qualification in functional literacy and communication skills gives students practical skills for the modern world and helps them get the most from life, learning and work. It aims to ensure students have good communication skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening and assesses whether students can use these skills in everyday situations.

Entry requirements

Since this is a GCSE equivalent qualification, 16 - 19 year old students should be operating at old National Curriculum level 3/4

What you will learn

  • You'll develop reading skills to understand everyday texts and documents.
  • You'll practise writing clearly for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll build speaking and listening skills for real conversations and discussions.
  • You'll learn to communicate effectively in work and everyday situations.
  • You'll understand how to structure written responses accurately.
  • You'll apply English skills to practical tasks you might face in daily life.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Ashley School 6th Form. Learning covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and activities. Assessment includes a written exam and a speaking and listening assessment. You'll be assessed on whether you can use English skills in everyday situations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ashley School 6th Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, communicates with customers in person and in writing.
  • Retail sales assistant, handles enquiries and written tasks daily.
  • Administrative assistant, prepares documents and correspondence.
  • Care assistant, reads and writes records as part of the role.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written instructions and completes paperwork.
  • Apprentice in any sector, as English skills are required across most apprenticeship programmes.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English, the next step up and widely accepted as a GCSE English alternative by employers and colleges.
  • GCSE English, if you want to sit the formal exam route after completing Level 1.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require Level 1 English as a starting point.
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