Getting ready for English Functional Skills (level 2)
This course is designed to help you strengthen the essential English skills required to succeed in the accredited Pearson Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification. It focuses on building confidence and competence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical, real-life contexts.
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This course is designed to help you strengthen the essential English skills required to succeed in the accredited Pearson Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification. It focuses on building confidence and competence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical, real-life contexts.
What will we cover?
You will develop and practise the following core skills:
Reading:
Identifying main ideas and supporting details in texts
Understanding vocabulary in context
Skimming and scanning for information
Recognising tone, purpose, and audience
Writing:
Structuring paragraphs and full texts
Using punctuation and grammar accurately
Writing for different purposes (e.g., emails, letters, forms)
Planning and proofreading written work
Speaking and Listening:
Participating in group discussions
Giving short presentations
Listening actively and responding appropriately
Building confidence in formal and informal communication
Study Skills:
Time management and organisation
Understanding assessment criteria
Setting personal learning goals
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
by the end of this course, you will be able to:
Analyse and compare information from multiple sources
Write structured documents such as reports, letters, and articles
Communicate confidently in discussions and presentations
Use English accurately and appropriately in real-world situations
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This is a Level 2 course an initial assessment will help determine if this course is right for you. It is designed to develop essential skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking.
Basic Literacy Skills: You should be able to read and write at a basic level.
Commitment and Motivation: The course is demanding and requires dedication and consistent effort.
Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse texts and understand different viewpoints.
Communication Skills: Willingness to participate in discussions and present ideas clearly.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will learn in a supportive and welcoming environment work both independently and collaboratively with others. Google Classroom is an essential part of your learning, course learning material, communication and independent learning is accessed via this platform. Your course will be taught onsite at the college
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no additional costs. You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a folder to keep your work in. Your tutor will provide handouts and worksheets.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
After completing this course, you can progress to:
Be considered for the accredited Functional skills Level 2 qualification
Apply for administrative, retail, or customer service roles
Improve your CV and interview skills by demonstrating strong communication abilities
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<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p>0000-Available|2026-09-14 00:00:00<p>This course is designed to help you strengthen the essential English skills required to succeed in the accredited Pearson Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification. It focuses on building confidence and competence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical, real-life contexts.</p><p>This course is designed to help you strengthen the essential English skills required to succeed in the accredited Pearson Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification. It focuses on building confidence and competence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through practical, real-life contexts.</p> <br /><br /><br /><br />
<p><p><strong>This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits. For more information <a href="https://help.citylit.ac.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/13701267686301-Free-ESOL-English-Communication-Maths-Digital-Skills-Course">Click here</a></strong></p><p><p>You will develop and practise the following&nbsp;core skills:</p><ul><li>Reading:<ul><li>Identifying main ideas and supporting details in texts</li><li>Understanding vocabulary in context</li><li>Skimming and scanning for information</li><li>Recognising tone, purpose, and audience</li></ul></li><li>Writing:<ul><li>Structuring paragraphs and full texts</li><li>Using punctuation and grammar accurately</li><li>Writing for different purposes (e.g., emails, letters, forms)</li><li>Planning and proofreading written work</li></ul></li><li>Speaking and Listening:<ul><li>Participating in group discussions</li><li>Giving short presentations</li><li>Listening actively and responding appropriately</li><li>Building confidence in formal and informal communication</li></ul></li><li>Study Skills:<ul><li>Time management and organisation</li><li>Understanding assessment criteria</li></ul></li></ul><p>Setting personal learning goals</p><p>by the end of this course, you will be able to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Analyse and compare information from multiple sources&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Write structured documents such as reports, letters, and articles&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate confidently in discussions and presentations&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Use English accurately and appropriately in real-world situations&nbsp;</li></ul><p>This is a <strong>Level 2 </strong>course an initial assessment will help determine if this course is right for you. It is designed to develop essential skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Basic Literacy Skills</strong>: You should be able to read and write at a basic level.&nbsp;</p><ul><li><strong>Commitment and Motivation</strong>: The course is demanding and requires dedication and consistent effort.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Analytical Thinking</strong>: Ability to analyse texts and understand different viewpoints.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li><strong>Communication Skills</strong>: Willingness to participate in discussions and present ideas clearly.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>You will learn in a supportive and welcoming environment work both independently and collaboratively with others. Google Classroom is an essential part of your learning, course learning material, communication and independent learning is accessed via this platform. Your course will be taught onsite at the college &nbsp;</p><p>There are no additional costs. You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a folder to keep your work in. Your tutor will provide handouts and worksheets. &nbsp;</p><p>After completing this course, you can progress to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Be considered for the accredited Functional skills Level 2 qualification</li></ul><ul><li>Apply for <strong>administrative, retail, or customer service roles</strong>&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Improve your <strong>CV and interview skills</strong> by demonstrating strong communication abilities&nbsp;</li></ul>English skillsFunctional Skills Englishconfigurable
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