Functional Skills Level 1 and Level 2 English

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note you must undertake a BKSB initial and diagnostic test online to determine your level before you can book on this course. Please fill in an enquiry form here and let us know if you have already gained a qualification in English. 

Course Code: 26601

Teacher: This course is being taught by Jacqui.

What is this course about?

This Functional Skills Level 1/2 course is delivered f2f.

This course will give you the tools and strategies to update literacy skills including: formal group discussions, personal professional presentations, reading a variety of texts on topics such as technology or business and writing professional emails, letters and articles.

You will be taught by a qualified teacher guiding you through the course. Your course will be taught once a week for 2.5 hrs. 

The course is split into 2 parts:

• Part 1 - will prepare you to study a Functional Skills qualification course. In this time your teacher will also assess you, to see if you are ready for a qualification course. 
• Part 2 - will give you the tools and strategies to communicate effectively in the written and spoken word and to pass your exams.

Who is this course for?

For people who want to gain a recognised qualification in English (equivalent to GCSE) to allow them to progress to further study, education or career progression.

Entry Requirements to do this course:

You will be asked to undertake a BKSB test online to determine your level. Please also tells us on enquiry whether you have already gained a qualification in English.  

How you will be assessed?

Your teacher will assess the Speaking, Listening and Communication skills as part of the course in a small group of learners. You will travel to one of our exam locations to take the reading paper for 1 hour and the writing paper for 1 hour 20min (these will be separate dates and we will provide details in advance to allow you to make travel arrangements).

How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

For best results we recommend approximately 6 hours weekly.

What learners need to bring/supply

Pen/pencil (including a highlighter) and notebook.

Course dates: Every Monday 9.30am-12pm starting Monday 8th September 2025 and finishing on Monday 2nd March 2026.
(please note there are no classes on Monday 27th October, Monday 22nd December and Monday 29th December 2025)

What happens after I book this course?

There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions in your order confirmation email.

The next steps…

During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops such as Public Speaking, bitesize maths and English and you will receive an Information, Advice and Guidance session with an opportunity to learn about volunteering, further or higher education, employment and careers. Please see the full range of courses we offer.

We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.