Level 1 Functional Skills English Online – Evening
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration36 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
AttendanceEvening
Awarding body
Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Barking and Dagenham College for more info.
Functional Skills English Level 1 Course. Study online, with evening classes to fit around your commitments. The course runs for 36 hours in total. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. Fee discounts and grants may be available, so contact Barking and Dagenham College for details. You'll develop your reading, writing, and communication skills to a solid, practical standard. Level 1 Functional Skills English is recognised by employers and further education providers as a GCSE English equivalent. You'll sit an assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including everyday documents and longer passages.
You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as letters, emails, and reports.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll identify the main points and purpose of written material.
You'll communicate information and ideas in a structured way.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
You'll speak clearly to convey information and express your views.
How you will learn
You'll study online, with evening sessions giving you structure while keeping your days free. The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is through a written exam and a speaking and listening task. These are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to attend an assessment session, which the college will arrange. Contact Barking and Dagenham College to confirm the exact format for your enrolment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barking and Dagenham College 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
Care assistant: documentation and communication are core to the role
Retail assistant: reading, writing, and serving customers confidently
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety information
Receptionist: writing emails, taking messages, and speaking to visitors
Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires strong English skills
Administrator: emails, reports, and records all need accurate English
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE English alternative recognised by most employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE English (resit): available at many colleges if you want the traditional qualification.
Level 2 vocational qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, and childcare require Level 1 or Level 2 English as an entry requirement.
