What is the course about?
Helps you to improve your English in reading, writing and spoken language.
Various levels from Entry level 3 to GCSE (Level 2) . Before you can enrol, you will need to take an initial assessment and have a short interview with one of our staff, so we can ensure this is the right level for you. Prior qualification will be considerate as part of the suitability of the programme.
Various - dependent on course - Functional Skills will cover all three elements of reading, writing and speaking & listening whilst GCSE focuses on reading extracts from 19th, 20th and 21st century texts.
You will attend classes onsite each week and there are various methods of assessment and exams depending on the course you are enrolled onto.
The course is free, but you are expected to supply your own paper, pen and folder. You will be advised to buy a course book or borrow it from the library. Access to a PC, laptop or compatible tablet with internet is essential for the online element. If you do not have internet access, we strongly recommend you make full use of our learning centres or your local library.
By the end of the course you will have built your confidence in using English in written and spoken communication and be ready to take the next level of the course or be work ready.
Various - depended on starting point. Progression between preparation, Functional Skills and GCSE courses or requirement to hold Level 2/GCSE qualification for employment or further study at higher education.
