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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Functional Skills are qualifications designed to help both young people and adults develop their essential English and Literally skills in order to apply them in employment and everyday life.
We will assess and develop your speaking, listening, communicating, reading and writing skills, which leads to improved effectiveness, confidence and efficiency in your career.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Functional Skills are foundational ompetencies that equip learners with practical abilities to navigate everyday challenges and succeed in both personal and professional settings. By mastering these skills, individuals can improve their problem-solving capabilities, enhance their communication and mathematical reasoning, and become proficient in using modern technology. These outcomes ensure that learners are well-prepared to participate effectively in a rapidly evolving world.

English Functional Skills

Reading:

  • Comprehension: Learners will be able to understand and interpret written information from a variety of texts, including articles, reports, instructions, and literature.
  • Inference: Develop the ability to read between the lines and infer meanings, opinions, and intentions from written texts.
  • Vocabulary: Expand their vocabulary to enhance understanding and communication.

Writing:

  • Clarity and Coherence: Produce clear, concise, and well-structured written documents for different purposes, such as essays, reports, letters, and emails.
  • Grammar and Punctuation: Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling to ensure clarity and professionalism in written communication.
  • Audience Awareness: Tailor writing to suit the intended audience and purpose, whether formal or informal.

Speaking and Listening:

  • Effective Communication: Develop skills to communicate effectively in various contexts, including discussions, presentations, and conversations.
  • Active Listening: Enhance listening skills to understand and respond appropriately to spoken information and instructions.
  • Confidence: Build confidence in speaking clearly and assertively in public and private settings.

English Literature Functional Skills

Reading:

  • Comprehension: Learners will be able to understand and interpret written information from a variety of texts, including articles, reports, instructions, and literature.
  • Inference: Develop the ability to read between the lines and infer meanings, opinions, and intentions from written texts.
  • Vocabulary: Expand their vocabulary to enhance understanding and communication.

Writing:

  • Clarity and Coherence: Produce clear, concise, and well-structured written documents for different purposes, such as essays, reports, letters, and emails.
  • Grammar and Punctuation: Use correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling to ensure clarity and professionalism in written communication.
  • Audience Awareness: Tailor writing to suit the intended audience and purpose, whether formal or informal.

Speaking and Listening:

  • Effective Communication: Develop skills to communicate effectively in various contexts, including discussions, presentations, and conversations.
  • Active Listening: Enhance listening skills to understand and respond appropriately to spoken information and instructions.
  • Confidence: Build confidence in speaking clearly and assertively in public and private settings.

HOW IT WORKS

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