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Functional Skills English Level 2 Course in Saint Austell

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration30 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds 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 Cornwall College for more info.

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About this course

Functional Skills English Level 2 Course in Saint Austell. Classes run at Cornwall College St Austell, part-time during the day over 30 weeks.

The course covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll apply these skills to workplace tasks and everyday situations. It's a recognised GCSE English equivalent, so employers and training providers accept it in place of a GCSE. Sessions are intensive and you'll be expected to study independently between classes.

You'll complete an initial and diagnostic assessment before you start. This makes sure the course is the right level for you. You'll finish with a Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal if you need a Level 2 English qualification for work training or further study and want to improve clarity accuracy and confidence in communication. You will practise reading writing speaking and listening skills and apply them to workplace and everyday scenarios. The course is intensive and requires regular attendance plus independent study between sessions. It is a strong route if you need English to meet entry requirements or progress in your current role.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you will complete an Initial and Diagnostic assessment to ensure you are working at the most appropriate level for your current needs.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of texts, including workplace documents.
  • You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
  • You'll develop your spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • You'll practise speaking and listening skills in real contexts.
  • You'll apply your English skills to everyday and work-based scenarios.
  • You'll build the communication skills employers and training providers look for.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Cornwall College St Austell. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical tasks and exercises. You'll also study independently between sessions. Assessment is by externally set and marked exams, covering reading and writing, plus a speaking and listening component assessed by your tutor.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College St Austell will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Administrator, prepares documents, emails, and reports for a team.
  • Care assistant, writes accurate records and communicates with colleagues and clients.
  • Retail team member, handles written communications and workplace paperwork.
  • Teaching assistant, supports learners and contributes to written records.
  • Warehouse operative, reads instructions and completes written documentation.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject, many require Level 2 English as an entry condition.
  • A Level English Language or Literature, for those wanting to study English further.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, if you're aiming for university and need to meet English entry requirements.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, a natural companion qualification that many employers and courses also require.
Apply on cornwall.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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