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English
Code: Q24AA1445
Location: Alfreton
Cost: Free
Starting: Monday 09 September 2024
Duration: 36 sessions over 36 week(s)
Time: 12.30pm
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2024, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2024 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
This course is for anyone who would like to improve their English skills. It will help you to gain confidence in reading, writing and speaking and listening. This can help with applying for jobs, getting a better job, supporting family and accessing wider opportunities. This course also offers you the opportunity to get a qualification in functional skills English.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to improve their English who does not have a Grade 4 or above in GCSE or a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification.
How will I learn?
The course will be a mixture of tutor-led activities, individual work, group work and homework. You will do reading, writing and speaking and listening in the class. There will be the chance to ask questions and put what you have learned into practice. Your tutor will give you feedback during the course and you will be able to self-assess your progress and achievement. You will also be given access to a student email and a 365 account as well as a login to our online learning platform which will be individually tailored to your needs. You can access these tools at home and use them to reinforce your learning and skills.
What will I need?
You might like to bring a file to keep your work in, a pen and a pad to make notes.
Are there any other costs?
The course is free. You will be provided with all the resources and handouts you need.
Additional Information
Once you have completed this course, you might like to progress onto a higher level of functional skills English or a GCSE English course.
Time and duration
Start Date: 09 September 2024
Start Time: 12.30pm
Day: Monday
First Lesson Duration: 02:30
Total Weeks: 36
Location
Alfreton
Church Street
Alfreton
DE55 7BD
01629 533090