Course code
3B2-003
Location
Colindale Campus
Length of course
9 months part time (day)
Course Overview
This is a course for anyone aged 19+ who wants to improve their English and gain a Functional Skills qualification
You may be doing this for your own development, as a workplace requirement, for further study, or to help children or grandchildren with their skills.
If English is your second language, your English skills must be sufficient to follow the teacher speaking and complete tasks independently.
This is valuable preparation for the GCSE programme and once you have gained a Level 2 qualification you may be ready to follow it.
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
None, but you will need to do an assessment at interview to decide which course is appropriate for you.
Yes – you will meet the Foundation Learning team and take an assessment to determine what level class you will take.
You can apply online and then be invited to an interview and enrolment session.
The college will hold open enrolment sessions from the end of August before classes start.
However, classes do fill up so it is better to apply earlier to secure your place.
At interview we will find the best class for you.
Once you are enrolled on a course you will be able to use your student ID to access the college and your classes. You will be able to use facilities on all campuses including the library, gym, careers advice, counselling and extra support.
What this course covers
You will develop reading and vocabulary skills and practise writing everyday texts such as emails, letters and reports using accurate grammar, spelling, punctuation.
You will learn skills to use to communicate clearly and persuasively in spoken language.
The skills you learn will support you in everyday situations where you need to get ideas across clearly and accurately.
You will study using traditional classroom activities and via online tools such as BKSB.
You will be supported in using digital technologies.
As well as attending all classes, you should be able to study independently for 5 hours per week.
Your teacher will assess your classwork and homework to inform areas you need to work on. Your final reading and writing qualifications will be awarded through an exam.
Functional Skills exams take place through the year when you are ready to attempt them.
The speaking and listening element is assessed through class discussion and pair work which will be recorded.
Functional Skills English – Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2.
Fees and funding
Progression
Functional Skills English – Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2.
Modules
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