Functional Skills English - Level 1

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Course code: 5120

This Entry Level 1 English Functional Skills qualification course aims to enable you to develop confidence and fluency in English.

when

From 22 Apr 2025 to 15 Jul 2025
Tue 09:30-14:30

12 weeks

Date
22 Apr 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
29 Apr 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
06 May 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
13 May 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
20 May 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
03 Jun 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
10 Jun 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
17 Jun 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
24 Jun 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
01 Jul 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
08 Jul 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30
Date
15 Jul 2025
Time
09:30 to 14:30

where

Parish Offices 

Gladstone Street

Swindon
SN1 2AU


fees

free

who

Borough of Swindon

acl@swindon.gov.uk

What is the course about?

<p>This Level 1 English Functional Skills qualifcation course aims to enable you to develop confidence and fluency in English. It is designed to ensure that you  are able to speak, listen, communicate, read and write clearly, accurately, confidently and with effectiveness. </p>

<p><br />
We will work with you to understand your current skill level to ensure you are enrolled on the correct level of course.</p>

Who is eligible for this course?

<p>This course is for eligible adults aged 19+ who live in Swindon and who do not hold an Entry Level 3 or higher qualification in English. More information on the eligibility criteria is available using this link <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh">https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh</a></p>

What will I learn?

<p>By the end of this course you will be able to demonstrate your competence in English by using it in real life situations as well as demonstrating a sound grasp of basic English knowledge and skills; this includes:</p>

<ul>
<li>Speaking, listening and communicating</li>
<li>Reading</li>
<li>Writing</li>
</ul>

What materials do I need?

<p>Everything is provided but we would recommend that you bring a pad to take notes.</p>

How will I be assessed?

<p>You will complete an end of course exam to assess your reading and writing skills. Your speaking, listening and communicating skills will be assessed via a short presentation and taking part in a small group discussion. You will be given support to preapre for these assessments.</p>

What can I do next?

<p>You will receive information and advice about your next steps that could include further learning, volunteering or routes into employment.</p>

Please note:

<p>We will assess your current skills to make sure you join the correct level course.</p>

How will you learn?

<p>You will join a small group in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with interactive learning through discussions, quizzes, hands-on exercises, presentations and videos, as well as independent work.</p>

<p><br />
You will have access to our online learning platform to improve your skills and check your progress.</p>