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Level 1 Functional Skills English Online – The College of Animal Welfare

Cost£724.00
Duration6 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Functional Skills English Level 1. Study online. You can start at any time of year and work through the course at your own pace, from anywhere in the UK. There are no formal academic entry requirements. The course covers speaking, listening and communication, reading, and writing across everyday, work, and educational contexts. It typically takes six months to complete. You'll sit two practical assessments and two online exams; attendance at a City and Guilds exam centre is required for the examinations.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills are ideal if you wish to get ahead and up skill for progression in the workplace or prior to enrolling onto a higher level programme.

You will learn English and communication skills required in everyday life, education and work.

Entry requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll take part in formal and informal discussions, including on unfamiliar subjects.
  • You'll develop listening and communication skills for work and everyday situations.
  • You'll read and understand a range of straightforward texts.
  • You'll write for different purposes and audiences, choosing suitable formats and styles.
  • You'll communicate information, ideas, and opinions clearly in writing.

How you will learn

All study materials, support, and assessment are delivered online through a Virtual Learning Environment. You'll have a dedicated distance learning tutor available by telephone and email. Assessment involves two practical assessments and two online examinations. You'll need to attend a City and Guilds exam centre to sit the online exams. In some cases it may be possible to use an external exam centre, though additional exam fees may apply. You'll need a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection to study.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection. All course materials, resources, and support are provided online. The College of Animal Welfare will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: written and spoken communication is central to the role.
  • Care assistant: reading records and communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
  • Retail assistant: writing, reading, and everyday communication on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and workplace documentation.
  • Receptionist: handling written correspondence and speaking with visitors.
  • Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires confident reading and communication.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent. Many employers and further education courses ask for Level 2 English, so this is a natural next step.
  • GCSE English Language: available through some colleges if you prefer a traditional qualification route.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require Level 1 or Level 2 English as a condition of entry.
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