Functional skills course – English
This popular course will equip you with the practical English skills needed to live, learn and work successfully.
At a glance
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LevelLevel 1
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Duration8 - 28 weeks
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Location
Greater Manchester,
West Yorkshire,
Liverpool City Region,
Rest of England
About the courseAbout the course
About the course:Functional Skills is about the practical application of English. This means how you actually use these skills in real life situations.
This 8 – 28 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.
Functional Skills qualifications are awarded 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.
Is this course right for you?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.
Please note: IT equipment is required, and Greater Manchester residents must be unemployed to qualify for funding.
What you’ll learn
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.
How you’ll learn
You will use a mixture of learning platforms and resources throughout your course.
Learning methods include:
- Online classes supported by a personal tutor
- Bespoke learning plan
- Mock exam papers will be available to sit when you are ready
My trainers were very supportive, so it wasn’t long before I successfully completed my diploma, maths and English.
Elwira Wiglat, Senior Support Worker, Pinfold
FAQs
Level 2 Functional Skills in English would be equivalent to a GCSE 4 (or grade C on the older scoring system).
Functional Skills are the fundamental skills that people need for their working and personal lives. They include English, Maths and ICT.
We offer functional skills in Levels 1 and 2. Level 2 would be equivalent to a GCSE.
Functional skills are equivalent to GCSE’s, therefore they are not expected to be an easier route.
Typically, functional skills take between 8 – 28 weeks to complete. This varies depending on how you choose to study, your own work commitments and whether the course forms part of another programme such as an apprenticeship.
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