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Functional Skills in English

Functional Skills , Level 1
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What Our Students Say

“The decision that made me pick between here and other places was when I came to the open day everyone was just really friendly and open, and it just felt like a really welcoming environment to be in.”

Charli

“Before I came to Leeds City College, I was in school, I was in such a bad way at school, skiving lessons all the time, teachers always on my case, getting kicked out numerous times almost. So I applied for here just hoping to get on a course, I got accepted – it was entry Level 3. Dave was my tutor and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better as a tutor, because he just helped me. He helped me with every regard, with Maths and English, workshop work, the theory side of the workshop work – telling me how everything is and showing me what’s what.”

Harrison

“When I first came I didn’t know anybody at the college but because it’s people you’re surrounded by and people with similar interests to you, you do make friends quickly and you make really close friendships with people because you’re listening to the same things and you’re going through the same things, and you can help each other as well.”

Eve

Course Information

Introduction

English Functional Skills Level 1 is the ideal qualification if you are wanting to progress onto an apprenticeship or further your job prospects. Successful completion of the course will enable you to access a Level 2 intermediate apprenticeship or study programme and is the ideal platform for progressing onto English Functional Skills Level 2. The course is completely free of charge for anyone who has not already completed a Level 2 qualification or equivalent in English.

Overview

What you will study:

(At beginner level)

  • Punctuation
  • Spelling
  • Grammar
  • Language features
  • Language structure
  • Fact, bias and opinion
  • Reading, writing and speaking and listening

Who is this course for?

Anyone wishing to complete an English qualification to develop their career, providing you meet the entry criteria.

Entry requirements

You will need to complete an initial assessment before enrolment and will need to be at Entry 3.5 and meet the funding requirements.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Progression may include English Functional Skills Level 2 or Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Assessment types

Assessment type: The course will be assessed via two exams, which will be sat in the centre with an independent invigilator. You will also have to complete a speaking and listening assessment, which will be internally assessed.

Course details

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: 14/04/2025
Study Type: Part time
Course Code: 77588-01

Employment Statistics

  • Teaching and other educational professionals n.e.c.

    Average Salary
    £30,160

  • Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors

    Average Salary
    £41,600

  • Functional managers and directors n.e.c.

    Average Salary
    £66,560

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