Free Level 1 Functional Skills English in Middlesbrough – Middlesbrough Employment and Skills Hub
CostFREE
Duration5 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Functional Skills English Course. Work-based training at your workplace. This is an intensive course that runs over two days, four hours per day, completing in around 5 weeks. It covers the core English skills employers look for: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. A level 1 functional skills english qualification sits just below GCSE level and is a recognised gcse english alternative accepted by many employers. You'll need to attend an initial assessment before enrolling.
Who this course is for
Intensive course for learners who would like to achieve a qualification quickly. You will attend for 2 days, 4 hours per day and achieve a Functional Skills qualification in English. You will need to attend an initial assessment before enrolling on this course.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements but you will need an initial assessment before joining the course.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts used in everyday work and life.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, including emails, forms, and short documents.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in work-related situations.
You'll speak clearly and communicate information to others.
How you will learn
The course is delivered in the workplace over two days, with four hours of learning per day. You'll be assessed through a combination of reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Assessment is set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll complete an initial assessment before the course begins so your starting point is clear.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough Employment and Skills Hub 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: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues
Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts
Administrator: writing emails, filing, and following written procedures
Teaching assistant: supporting classroom communication and written tasks
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English: the GCSE English equivalent, widely accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE grade 4 or above.
GCSE English Language: if you want a traditional GCSE qualification, Level 2 Functional Skills is a strong stepping stone.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in your sector: many require Level 1 or Level 2 English as a condition of entry.
