Course details

Course Title:

Step into Functional Skills English Level 1 and 2

Course Number:

TLA33036

Venue:

Allen Park Centre

Learning Area:

Start Date:

03 June 2026

End Date:

22 July 2026

Session Time(s):

13:00 - 15:30

Total Hours:

20

Class Size:

Between 10 and 16 learners

Who is this course for

FEES- almost all of our maths and English classes are fully funded meaning you will not need to pay fees. When you click apply now, use the drop down box to select the 'Full remission' option and this will zero the fees. Our staff will provide more information once you've booked your assessment.
This short preparatory course helps to build confidence in your English skills and develop good study habits before starting a Functional Skills English course.

What are the entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, but an initial assessment will be completed prior to enrolling to check prior knowledge and ensure you join the correct level course for you.
This course is not an alternative to ESOL courses English for Speakers of Other Languages.  If English is your second language, you may be asked to join an ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages class instead of a Functional Skills English course depending on your current level of English skills. This is because ESOL is specially designed to help improve English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills for non-native speakers with a much greater focus on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary building and syntax.

What will I be learning

The course will begin to strengthen your reading, reading and communication skills with a strong focus on grammar.  In addition, you will develop vital study skills which will help you to be a successful learner.

How will I be assessed and supported

At DALS, we use an Individual Learning Plan to set and review targets and provide feedback, enabling continual reflection and evaluation throughout the course. You will also receive verbal and written feedback on marked work. You will use your ILP to help track and monitor your own progress towards set goals, to support your personal development and achievement.
At enrolment, it is important that you tell us if you have a learning difficulty or disability which may require support. Learners declaring a support need will be referred for an assessment. If an enhanced support need is confirmed, a Support Package will be offered, to assist your progress in your learning and development, specific to your assessed needs.

What do I need to bring?

Pen, pencil, notebook and a folder.

Any additional costs?

There are no costs for the course.

What can this course lead to

Maths Functional Skills
English Functional Skills
Employability courses
Digital Skills courses
A vocational course
We have lots of courses planned to ensure you have a variety of progression routes. If you are interested in another course, please ask for more information or contact us on:
Phone 01332 956565
Email DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk
Relay UK  18001 01332 956565

Allen Park Centre

Address:
Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Boulton, Derby, DE24 9DE

Phone: 01332 956350

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Online

You can enrol onto this course now using our online secure website:
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In person

You can pop into any of our centres to enrol:

Village Learning Centre - Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4.30pm and Weds/Thurs evenings until 8.30pm.

Derby Multicultural Centre – Dairyhouse Road, Derby, DE23 8HN

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 5pm and Mon/Tues evenings until 8.30pm.

Allen Park Centre - Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9DE

Opening times: Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm

Kedleston Road Training Centre - 184 Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GT

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4pm and Mon evening until 8.30pm.

By telephone

Enquiries: 01332 956565

By Email

DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk

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Note: Please bring evidence of eligibility for fee reduction to the first class.