An English qualification can greatly improve your life, boosting confidence, opening doors to career advancement, and providing opportunities for further learning. We offer Functional Skills English qualifications at Entry Level 3, Level 1, and Level 2 in our adult education centres. The course is designed to progress steadily, week by week.
Our programmes cover reading, writing, and communication, with a final test for each area. We offer flexible course durations across morning, afternoon, and evening sessions, with both online and in-person learning options available.
Course information
When studying Functional Skills English, you will learn how to -
- summarise information from different sources
- identify the purpose and meaning of texts
- detect bias and consider responses in texts
- write a range of texts in different formats
- use appropriate spelling, grammar and punctuation in your writing
- take part in formal and informal discussions
- prepare and deliver a short talk (Entry Level and Level 1)
- prepare and deliver a presentation on your chosen subject (Level 2)
- access online links and resources to support English Functional Skills
- recognise ways to keep safe online
Entry requirements
- You must be 19 or over to enrol on this course
- You will complete an initial assessment before you begin the course to ensure you are studying at the right level
Course duration
26 weeks or 12 weeks Fast Track
Course fee
Free subject to eligibility