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. We regret we are unable to take anyone who has gained a GCSE C grade (level 4 or above) or a Functional Skills Level 2 in English language.

Course Code: 24507

What is this course about?

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

Level 1 is the first step to gaining qualifications which will enable you progress on to higher education or further your job prospects. Level 2 will enable you to progress onto further or higher education and is the standard that most employers look for.

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. At the end of part 1 you will either progress on to part 2 or you will stay on part 1 for a little longer.
• Part 2 - will give you the tools and strategies to communicate effectively in the written and spoken word and to pass your exams.

You will be taught by a qualified teacher guiding you through the course. Your course will be taught twice a week over 2.5 hrs. We have various times and days to suit most needs, including morning, afternoon and evening sessions.

Who is this course for?

For people who want to gain a recognised qualification in English to allow them to progress to further study or education.

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. We regret we are unable to take anyone who has gained a GCSE C grade (level 4 or above) or a Functional Skills Level 2 in English language.

How you will be assessed?

You will be taught to communicate effectively using the spoken and written word and will sit exams in the three main elements of English which are speaking and listening, reading and writing. Spelling, punctuation and grammar are integral to the course.

The course is taught online. You will do your speaking and listening online. You will need to come into a testing centre, in an area as close as possible to where you live in Hertfordshire, to complete your reading and writing exams.

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

This is a recognised qualification course and as such you will be asked to work at least 1 1/2 hours outside of the lesson each week.

• This course does require commitment and may not be for you if you are not able to commit up to 8 hours a week.

After this course you might like to… progress on to the level 2 Functional Skills qualification. Or progress onto further/higher education or employment.

Material supplied by Step2Skills

You will receive a C&G study book at your level once you progress on to part 2.

What learners need to bring/supply

Pen, notebook and folder

Additional Information

This course does require commitment and may not be for you if you are not able to commit up to 8 hours a week.

Course dates: Monday 15th April to Monday 15th July 2024
(please note there are are no classes on Monday 6th May, Monday 27th May and Tuesday 28th May 2024)

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 attached to your order confirmation email.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - this course is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set *criteria - please see below for further information.