This three-week course is designed for those wanting to improve their English language skills and gain a qualification. It is perfect for those seeking a fast-track approach. Achieving the qualification may be a key requirement for entry onto another academic programme, as a requirement for progressing at work or to help you make that move into a new job or career. Please contact us for further details or to apply.
You will gain confidence and knowledge in a range of English language skills and work towards achieving a qualification. You will take part in a variety of daily activities to improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. You will focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply English to different contexts and real-world scenarios. The skills you gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
You have the option of studying at our Blossomfield Campus, or fully online.
You will aim to achieve a Functional Skills English qualification. Normally, this will be at either level 1 or level 2. The awarding organisation is City & Guilds.
You will be initially assessed to ensure our teachers can help you with your areas of need. The final assessments involve two exam papers, which can be taken on the same day (reading and writing). In additional, you will take part in a 'speaking, listening and communicating' assessment, which is carried out within your normal lesson time.
Register your interest in this course on our website or email us directly at afskills@solihull.ac.uk
You will complete a short 'initial assessment', which will help us to ensure that the course is suitable for your needs. The course is designed for those aged 19+. A commitment to good attendance is important.
This course is free for most adult learners. Please contact us for more information.
Gaining an English qualification can open doors into a wide variety of higher level courses. It may also be a requirement for particular employment/career opportunities and is also important if you are applying to join an apprenticeship programme. Once you have achieved level 2 Functional Skills, you may also consider taking a GCSE or higher level English course. Some students may also wish to join one of our maths programmes to gain a qualification and improve their numeracy skills.
Blossomfield Campus
Summer 2025
Various
TBC
Free*
FLSSL141BAP0
Part Time
