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Free Level 2 Functional Skills English in Banbury

CostFREE
Duration3 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Banbury. Classes run at EMBS Community College Banbury, part-time during the day, over around 3 months. This is the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent. You'll develop reading, writing, and communication skills to a standard that opens doors in most workplaces. Entry requires a previous GCSE English grade 9 to 5, or a Functional Skills English Level 1 qualification.

Who this course is for

Age 16+

Entry requirements

Previous 9-5 English GCSE grade or functional Skills English at Level 1

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including workplace documents and everyday materials.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly in your writing.
  • You'll listen to and understand spoken information in formal and informal contexts.
  • You'll communicate clearly and confidently in discussions and presentations.
  • You'll identify the main points and purposes of texts and spoken content.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at EMBS Community College Banbury, with a mix of reading, writing, and speaking activities. Assessment is by externally marked written exams covering reading and writing, plus a separate speaking and listening assessment. All components are set and marked by OCR.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. EMBS Community College Banbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is a core requirement
  • Administrator or office assistant: writing, reading, and communication skills used daily
  • Care assistant: documentation and communication are central to the role
  • Retail or warehouse operative: many employers require a GCSE English equivalent
  • Teaching assistant: schools typically require English at this level
  • Receptionist: written and verbal communication skills essential

What you could study next

With a functional skills english qualification at Level 2, you can move into a wide range of further study. Options include a Level 3 qualification in your chosen subject area, an Access to Higher Education Diploma if you're considering university, or vocational courses in health and social care, business, education, or other sectors that require English at this level as an entry condition.

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