Functional Skills English
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You need to do a pre-course assessment. You can also do it online, but a face-to-face assessment is best.
- Online assessment - click ‘Start Assessment’ on the course page
- Or book a face-to-face assessment - call 0204 582 0423 or contact us by email at universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk for an appointment. You can also come without an appointment.
Times:
- Every Monday 12- 2pm
- Every Wednesday 6-8pm
- Every Friday 11am-1pm (23rd August – 6th October)
- Getting ready for English Functional Skills (level 1)
Course start date: Wed 14 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Keeley Street
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £129.00 - Getting ready for English Functional Skills (level 2) Course start date: Wed 14 Jan 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information Click here
Full fee £129.00 - English Functional Skills (level 1) Course start date: Wed 19 Feb 2025 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
The purpose of this course is to prepare you for the English Functional Skills Level 1. It will support you in developing your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in English for work, education and real life situations.
This course is free for learners who have not achieved a GCSE grade C (4) and higher in English. For more information Click here
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £111.00 Concession £70.00 - English Functional Skills (Level 2) Course start date: Wed 25 Feb 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
This course is free for learners who have not achieved a GCSE grade C (4) and higher in English. For more information Click here
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