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Functional Skills English for Adults – Entry Level

Location Chesterfield College
Start date 08 Sep 2025
Type Funded
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If you have an interest in improving your English skills and gaining a national qualification at the level appropriate for you, this course is for you. Our tutors provide you with effective support from start to finish helping you on a one to one basis at a level appropriate to you.

Available on a daytime or evening basis.

Course Structure

Modules include:

  • Reading (purpose of text, reading comprehension, proofreading and spotting mistakes)
  • Writing (structuring your writing, effective communication through writing)
  • Speaking and Listening (using informal and formal language, presentation skills)

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course but you be required to sit a short assessment and interview before you enrol to assess your level.

Assessment methods

written exam, written assignments, presentations

Fees and funding

Free Adult Maths and English funding available dependant on learner circumstances.

Progression

You may decide that you want to progress further with a GCSE English qualification, or other college courses or use your new skills to gain employment.

Attendance

Daytime

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