Free Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Darlington. Classes run at Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre on evenings, so you can study outside working hours. The course runs for 12 weeks and covers reading, writing, and communication at a level that employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE English equivalent. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a functional skills english qualification meets that requirement. You'll need to be aged 19 or over and live in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area.
Who this course is for
Anyone aged 19+ who needs an English qualification
Entry requirements
Aged 19+
Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK and lived in the UK or EU continuously for the previous three years before the start of learning.
Any questions please contact us.
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 correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll listen to and understand spoken information in formal and informal situations.
You'll speak clearly and communicate ideas in discussions and presentations.
You'll identify the main points and purpose in written and spoken communication.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions on evenings at The Coleridge Centre. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and exercises. Assessment is by a written exam and a speaking and listening assessment. Both are set and marked externally by NOCN. You'll need to pass each component to earn the full qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre 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
Administrator or receptionist: drafting emails, letters, and documents daily
Care assistant: recording notes and communicating with colleagues and families
Retail assistant or supervisor: handling written instructions and customer queries
Warehouse or logistics operative: reading instructions, completing paperwork accurately
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: pairs well with English if you need both for work or further study.
Level 3 courses in your chosen subject: many Level 3 qualifications, including A-levels and vocational diplomas, require Level 2 English as an entry condition.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you're considering university, this diploma typically requires Level 2 English and opens the door to degree-level study.
