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Pre-Entry English: Get ready for English functional skills entry level 3

Prepare for your English Functional Skills exams with our Pre-Entry English: Get Ready for English Functional Skills Entry Level 3 course. Develop the essential English skills needed to succeed. Ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in English.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 05/03/2025 -
Thu 01/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
14 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Alice Lynden
Course code:
Q00016748
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £103.60

Functional Skills Qualification in English (Level 2)

There are many reasons to study this English functional skills course but you might be surprised to know that they’re not academic. Whether you want to feel more confident at public speaking or would like to study an apprenticeship or traineeship, this Level 2 English Functional Skills course can help you achieve your goals in a fun and practical way. Functional skills courses teach you English skills for learning, life, and work- not just to pass an exam. Enjoy the learning process as you watch your vocabulary grow, your spelling improve, and your confidence soar. If you’re fed up with academic courses and want to learn English in a practical and gratifying way, you won’t regret taking this English functional skills level 2 course. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 10/03/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Location:
Landport Community Centre (Portsmouth)
Charles Street
Portsmouth
PO1 1JD
Course code:
Q00016170
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Level 1 English: Confidence to learn: Get ready for level 1 functional skills English

Develop skills to help you read, write, and communicate in English with confidence. Improved language skills open doors to work and study opportunities and help you learn key skills for employment. Functional skills courses are not like learning English at school. They’re created by adults for adults, and aim to teach you practical English skills through real-life situations. Strengthen your writing skills and learn reading techniques to help you tackle everyday situations at work or while studying. This adult English course helps you develop your language skills through real-life situations. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 11/03/2025 -
Tue 03/06/2025
Times:
12:15pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
19 sessions
Location:
Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NA
Tutor:
Imogen Draper
Course code:
Q00017616
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £189.00

Level 2 ESOL: Get ready for level 2 functional skills English

Get Ready for Level 2 functional skills English isn’t like learning English at school. This is an English course for adults created by adults. Develop practical English skills by learning language in context. Gain confidence writing a range of texts and boost your reading skills. This online, adult English course teaches you skills to support you in learning and work situations and is designed to prepare you to progress onto our accredited Level 2 Functional Skills English course. English functional skills courses are accepted as a GCSE equivalent for many jobs and courses. At level 2, it can help you do an apprenticeship, higher education course, or go to University. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 19/03/2025 -
Wed 14/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
16 sessions
Location:
Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NA
Tutor:
Imogen Draper
Course code:
Q00015688
How you'll learn:
Online and in venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £189.00

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Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths Entry 3

Set yourself up for success at entry 3 functional skills in maths. This get ready course helps you prepare to tackle entry 3 maths with confidence. The essential maths skills you’ll learn will help you get your qualification and serve you in everyday life. Get ready courses help you learn maths at your own pace. The idea of this course is to give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for entry 3 maths. This is a preparatory maths course for people who are looking to progress to entry 3 functional skills courses. It is a non-accredited adult maths course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Fri 06/06/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
33 sessions
Location:
St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJ
Tutor:
Taona Makunde
Course code:
Q00009695
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Everyday Digital Skills

This course for digital skills is suitable for anyone who wants to learn or refresh their digital skills, from beginners to lower level (English Pre-entry to Entry 1 levels). You will learn digital related vocabulary and familiarise yourself with Zoom and/or Teams features to assist with online learning. On this course you will get to grips with keyboard functions and using Microsoft. Additionally, you will understand online safety and how to register with the NHS app.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Heena Ajmal
Course code:
Q00018508
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £81.40

Healthy Living: Meditation and Mindfulness to improve mental focus and productivity

Enhance your focus and productivity with our Meditation and Mindfulness for Mental Focus course. This class focuses on techniques to sharpen concentration, enhance mental clarity, and boost productivity. Through guided meditations and mindfulness practices, you will learn to maintain focus, manage distractions, and optimize your cognitive performance. Suitable for all levels, this course empowers you to cultivate a more focused and efficient mindset.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Nicola Bailey
Course code:
Q00018255
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £27.75

Pre-Entry ESOL: Everyday English Elementary

This is the fifth course of six, aimed at elementary (A1/A2) level learners. This five-week course is for those whose first language is NOT English and will practice all four major skills in each session to develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Although this is a low-level English course, learners should be able to recognise sounds of the English letters and read simple lines of text prior to joining so that they would not struggle. Lessons will be delivered face-to-face using a range of teacher led and freer interactive activities to build learners’ proficiency and confidence in the English language.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 22/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Upton Vale Baptist Church
St, Marychurch Road
Torquay
TQ1 3HY
Tutor:
Alison Salm
Course code:
Q00019228
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.60

Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Advanced Part 1

Learn how to install and sign into the Canvas app, a site SPÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ uses to store course, on your mobile, laptop or tablet. Gain skills to access, download, and upload files effectively. The course focuses on using the Microsoft Excel app, where you'll create a spreadsheet and utilize basic math and auto functions to develop a practical budget spreadsheet. This training equips you with essential skills for managing and organizing your data efficiently, simplifying your personal or professional budgeting tasks. By the end of the course, you'll be proficient in handling digital files and creating functional spreadsheets for various needs.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 20/05/2025
Location:
Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ES
Course code:
Q00015622
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.60

Craft: Clay Sculptures and Throwing

Explore the art of clay sculpture and wheel-throwing with our Craft: Clay Sculptures and Throwing course. Learn techniques for creating unique and expressive ceramic pieces. Ideal for individuals with some pottery experience looking to expand their skills.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 29/04/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 1:00pm
Duration:
7 sessions
Location:
Omega Centre (Portsmouth)
Omega Street
Southsea
Portsmouth
PO5 4LP
Tutor:
Jeannie McConville
Course code:
Q00016815
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £88.20