Functional Skills is about the practical application of English. This means how you actually use these skills in real life situations.​

This 10 week course is a great opportunity for those looking to gain their English qualification. The skills learnt can help to improve performance, boost confidence and support both business and personal growth.

They are respected qualifications awarded by City & Guilds and they are accepted as GCSE A-C (or 4-9) equivalents. ​Completing your Functional Skills can aid your progression within your current place of work​.

This course is cost-free to learners.

To register interest, please fill out this expression of interest form.

You are eligible if you are over the age of 19 and are either employed or unemployed.

Additional eligibility will apply. Please contact us for further details.

The programme will help you to develop your functional English skills and take you up to GCSE level.

Topics covered will include:

• Writing
• Reading
• Speaking and listening

We will help you to gain a recognised qualification in English.