Stepping up to Functional Skills English Entry 2/3

When & Where

1 October 2024 - 10 December 2024 ( 40 hours, 10 weeks )
Morning, Tuesday
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Waterloo Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Late starts accepted
Tutor Olufunmilayo Mapaderun
Course Code W24ELHA18A
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

Are you looking to improve your English skills and prepare to study for the Functional Skills English Entry 3 qualification? Our preparatory course is designed just for you! Over the weeks, you'll engage in interactive and practical lessons that focus on building your reading, writing, speaking and listening abilities. With a supportive and student-centred approach, we'll help you understand everyday English, from reading simple texts to writing a range of texts. Whether you're aiming to advance your education, improve your job prospects or simply communicate more effectively in daily life, this course provides the perfect foundation to achieve your goals and get ready for the next step in your learning journey. Join us and start your path to success today!

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Identify and extract key information from simple texts.
Develop strategies for understanding unfamiliar words.
Follow simple written and oral instructions.
Write simple sentences and short paragraphs and understand basic grammar and punctuation.
Distinguish between different types of texts (e.g. articles, advertisements).
Write for different purposes (e.g. notes, messages, letters).

Class format and activities

You'll participate in a wide range of activities, including role-playing, group discussions and real-life scenarios, all aimed at boosting your confidence and competence in using English.