Functional Skills

The Functional Skills English course reflects the challenges of everyday life and will focus on: Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

The Entry Levels (1,2,3) will enable you to:

Each level is up to 12 weeks long and once you finish the course you will need to sit an exam. The exam is compulsory and consists of three parts: reading comprehension, writing and listening and speaking.

speak in English using simple vocabulary

Ask and answer simple questions

read leaflets and forms

take part in discussions

proper use of personal data

handle matters in person or on the telephone

Courses are available at various levels, so you can start from the level appropriate for you

Increase your confidence and your reading, writing, and speaking and listening and digital skills. When you learn English with us you will learn about grammar, phrases, and vocabulary.

to clearly express yourself in English

to use past, present, and future language

to write formal / informal letters, emails, reports

to use a wide range of advanced vocabulary and grammar

proper use of personal data

to take part in longer and more detailed discussion

read and understand more complex texts

write official letters and reports

more advanced skills for promotion at work or for applying to college or university

What you learn at Level 1 and Level 2:

Level 1 and 2 courses can be up to 14 weeks long and require you to sit an exam. The exam is compulsory and consists of three parts: reading comprehension, writing, and listening and speaking.