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Level 1 Functional Skills English in Barking and Dagenham – Rush Green Campus – Evening

CostFREE
Duration36 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills English Level 1 in Barking and Dagenham. Evening classes run at Rush Green Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers reading, writing, and spoken communication at Level 1, and runs over 36 hours part-time. A Level 1 functional skills english qualification is the recognised GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.

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 forms, letters, and instructions.
  • You'll write clearly for different purposes, such as emails, notes, and short documents.
  • You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
  • You'll listen and respond to spoken information in everyday situations.
  • You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions in familiar contexts.
  • You'll identify the main points and purposes of texts you read.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based at Rush Green Campus. You'll learn through a mix of tutor-led sessions, group activities, and written tasks. Assessment is by externally marked reading and writing tests, plus a separate speaking, listening, and communication component. All assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or Level 2 English
  • Retail sales assistant: written and spoken English used daily
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions and completing paperwork
  • Receptionist or administrator: emails, forms, and customer communication
  • Teaching assistant: supporting literacy in schools requires solid English skills
  • Customer service adviser: clear written and spoken communication essential

What you could study next

Once you complete Level 1, the natural next step is Functional Skills English Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE English equivalent that employers and colleges most commonly ask for. From there, you could move into a vocational qualification, an apprenticeship, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma if you want to study at university level.

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