You will sit an examination at the end of the course.
The course will commence from September 2022. The classes are three hours split into 2 classes of 1.5 hours each. Delivery will be online via a suitable online platform. All details will be provided at your initial assessment. You will be required to attend College for an initial assessment, mock and final examinations.
Functional Skills English qualification.
The qualification is available for Levels 1 and 2. It contains a range of units which develop maths and English skills needed in work and life.
These programmes are flexible. If you want to improve your reading, writing and numeracy skills, or want to gain a qualification for the skills you already have, a Skills for Life qualification could be for you. Functional Skills qualifications are designed to help you develop the skills you use in everyday life, such as reading and writing. They can also help you boost your CV or move on to further study.
Functional skills classes run throughout the year. You will need an assessment to determine the level you start at.
Digital/online learning means studying remotely, allowing you to learn in your own time, wherever you choose. Using a range of material you’ll undertake course activities and assignments with regular support from your tutor, interacting with fellow students via email, online forums, phone and virtual conferencing.
These courses help you gain confidence in everyday reading, writing, and speaking. You can develop your spelling and the skills needed for tasks such as form filling and writing short notes.
You will sit an examination at the end of the course.
You will need access to a computer with an internet connection.
Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX
On completion of these programmes, you may wish to progress to other College courses in either this area or another area of study.
This course is fully funded for anyone aged 19 or over who lives in South Yorkshire. For applicants who live outside this area, the full cost of the course is £500.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.