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Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3)
Continue developing your English skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. This entry 3 functional skills course helps you learn English skills employers look for. Gain practical skills to improve your reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
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.
Functional Skills entry 3 is a government-funded accredited English course for adults.
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.
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Dates:Tue 04/03/2025 -
Thu 15/05/2025Location:Mill Road Community Centre
6 Hazel Street
Cambridge
South East
CB1 2GNCourse code:Q00015772How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £226.80
Intermediate Latin
Did you know that learning Latin can enrich your knowledge in all sorts of other areas? Far from being “dead”, Latin is all around us. This intermediate Latin course can give you essential background knowledge to understand terminology in law, medicine, family history, and many other subjects.
Latin has hundreds of applications in contemporary contexts. This course is ideal for you if you’re interested in learning Latin, or gaining general knowledge to help you learn modern languages or other disciplines.
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Dates:Thu 06/03/2025 -
Thu 03/07/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:15 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Penelope FewsterCourse code:Q00018008How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £111.00
Essential Digital Skills (Entry 3)
Digital skills are increasingly in demand in modern society. Picking up essential digital skills can help you go about your everyday life, as well as open doors to employment opportunities.
This course starts at the beginning and covers everything from using a digital device to getting started on social media and making videos.
This Entry-level 3 digital skills course is aimed at complete beginners- so don’t worry if this is new to you.
If you want to learn digital skills for everyday life or improve your job prospects, this course is ideal for you. It's also suitable for people reentering the workforce after a long break.
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Dates:Tue 11/03/2025 -
Thu 19/06/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00015752How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
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
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Dates:Tue 11/03/2025 -
Tue 03/06/2025Times:12:15pm - 2:45pmDuration:19 sessionsLocation:Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NATutor:Imogen DraperCourse code:Q00017616How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £189.00
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Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
If you enjoy the buzz of learning environments, this qualification can teach you key skills for employment in a school or college. This government-funded course prepares you for a variety of roles. It provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in admin, technical, or support roles in a learning environment.
Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with kids in teaching positions. It also provides you with the qualifications needed to work in admin at schools. No matter what role you’re interested in, this course can teach you skills for employability in schools and colleges.
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Dates:Tue 18/03/2025 -
Thu 24/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00010848How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £355.20
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.
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Dates:Wed 19/03/2025 -
Wed 14/05/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:18 sessionsLocation:Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NATutor:Imogen DraperCourse code:Q00015688How you'll learn:Online and in venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £189.00
Award in Stress Awareness Level 1
Stress affects most people in the country at some point in life. Understanding the harmful effects of stress is essential to maintaining good mental health and well-being. This stress awareness course can help you recognise and deal with stress when it happens.
This mental health awareness training helps you understand what you and others may be experiencing. It is also useful if you work in a support role such as mentor, counsellor, or carer. It will teach you important skills for care jobs if you want to work in adult social care.
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Dates:Mon 24/03/2025 -
Wed 26/03/2025Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Veronica HydeCourse code:Q00016027How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Making the Most of Your Smartphone for Life and Work
The "Making the Most of Your Smartphone for Life and Work" online course is designed to help you harness the full potential of your smartphone. This is suitable for those who have a smartphone but doesn’t know how to use all of the features and applications. This course covers essential features, productivity apps, camera use and practical tips for both personal and professional use. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, you'll learn how to use your smartphone effectively to improve communication, organisation, and productivity.
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Dates:Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 02/07/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Trevor ParsonsCourse code:Q00018095How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Entry Level ESOL: Digital Skills For ESOL - Entry Level
The Entry Level Digital Skills for ESOL course is tailored for English language learners who wish to develop basic digital skills. This course covers fundamental computer operations, internet usage, and essential software applications, all while enhancing your English language proficiency. Ideal for beginners, it aims to equip you with the digital literacy needed for everyday tasks, further learning, and employment opportunities. Throughout the course, you will learn how to operate a computer, use the internet safely and effectively, and navigate key software applications such as word processors and email. The course content includes practical activities like creating and saving documents, browsing websites, and understanding basic online communication tools.
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Dates:Wed 23/04/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025Times:1:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:Welcome House Hull
3 Wright St
Hull
HU2 8HRTutor:Edyta BogdanowiczCourse code:Q00017925How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Entry Level 3 English Writing Study Programme
The "Entry Level 3 English Writing" program is designed to enhance your writing skills while introducing you to basic computer usage and online learning platforms. This course covers essential computer skills, navigating the Canvas platform, and achieving the Entry Level 3 English Writing qualification. Through interactive lessons and practical exercises, you'll gain confidence in using technology and improving your writing abilities.
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Dates:Wed 23/04/2025 -
Sun 06/07/2025Location:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLCourse code:P00000102How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available