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Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Blackpool

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel 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 Blackpool and The Fylde College for more info.

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About this course

Functional Skills English Level 1 Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Bispham Campus, part-time during the day, over 18 weeks.

It focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills you use every day. You'll cover skills needed for work, further study, and daily life. It's a recognised GCSE English alternative for people who want to show employers they have solid English skills.

You'll finish with a Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1.

Who this course is for

Learners studying this course will be taught at and learn from The Fleetwood Hospital building. Functional Skills English is a practical and nationally recognised qualification designed to help you develop the reading, writing, speaking and communication skills needed for everyday life, employment and further study. Unlike traditional English qualifications that often focus on the analysis of literature, Functional Skills English develops the skills you use in real-world situations. You will learn how to read and understand information from a range of sources, write clearly and accurately for different purposes, and communicate confidently in discussions, presentations and workplace situations. These are the skills that employers, training providers and colleges/universities value highly. The qualification is available at a range of levels, from Entry Level through to Level 2, allowing you to study at a level that is appropriate for your current skills and experience. Before starting the course, you may complete an initial assessment to help identify the most suitable level for you. Whether you are returning to education, preparing for employment, applying for an apprenticeship, or seeking to progress to further study, Functional Skills English can help you achieve your goals. It is particularly beneficial for learners who have not yet achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above in English and wish to gain a recognised alternative qualification.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, although you will undertake an assessment to determine the course right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your reading skills using everyday texts and documents.
  • You'll practise writing clearly for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll build your speaking and listening skills in real conversations.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively in work situations.
  • You'll understand how to structure written responses correctly.
  • You'll develop the English skills needed for further study or employment.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at Bispham Campus during the day. Learning is practical and activity-based. You'll complete a written assessment and a speaking and listening assessment. These are set by Pearson Edexcel. Before you start, you'll take a short assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point for you.

What you will need to bring

Bispham Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, needs clear written and spoken English.
  • Retail sales assistant, communicates with customers and writes basic reports.
  • Care assistant, uses English for records, handovers, and talking with clients.
  • Warehouse operative, reads instructions and completes written forms.
  • Receptionist, handles written messages and speaks with visitors.
  • Administrator, writes emails and reads workplace documents.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the next step up and the recognised GCSE English equivalent that many employers ask for.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, which often require Level 1 English as a starting point.
  • GCSE English, available at many colleges if you want a traditional qualification route.
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