PART-TIME COURSES

Functional Skills English Thursday AM

Course code: M04P162
Type: Part Time
Duration: 30 weeks (2 hour sessions)
Subject area: English
Location: Gateway Adult Education Centre
No fee information available

About the course

Are you looking to improve your English skills and confidence, boost your employability and gain a free*City and Guilds nationally recognised qualification?

This is a workshop style session. You will work at your own speed with a plan tailored to you and your needs. One-to-one support and teaching are available from the teacher.

1. Functional Skills English will help you with problem-solving and critical thinking.

2. Achieving Functional Skills English qualifications can be a stepping-stone to further education and training. The qualification is recognised by employers and educational institutions and is required for vocational qualifications and apprenticeships.

3. Many employers value the practical skills gained from Functional Skills English, as they are directly applicable to the workplace.

What qualification will I gain?

Gain a City and Guilds nationally recognised qualification.

Why choose us

Shropshire Community Learning has an excellent reputation for delivering enjoyable, informative and interesting community learning courses. These enable students to develop or enhance their skills, leading to better job prospects, finding new friends and improving their self-confidence and self-esteem.

What you could do next

Progress to higher levels of Functional Skills English

Functional Skills maths qualification

Level 2 – progress to GCSE English

Access other learning or career opportunities that require a Level 2 English qualification.

Popular modules

By the end of the course you can expect to be able to do the following;

  • Improve your English skills in a friendly and relaxed environment

  • Develop your ability to understand and use English effectively in your everyday life

  • Develop your ability to understand and use English effectively in your workplace

  • Open doors to further learning and employment opportunities

  • Gain a City and Guilds nationally recognised qualification

Key facts

Location:

  • Venues throughout Shropshire

Start date:

  • Start anytime

Level:

  • All levels

You will need:

  • Your own pen and folder.

All other resources and handouts are provided.

Entry requirements

This course is free for all learners over the age of 19 who do not currently have a GCSE Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English.