English and literacy
Choose from basic literacy for beginners to level 2 English.
Would you like to be more confident with your literacy skills?
You may want to improve your skills for further study or gain qualifications to improve your career prospects.
We offer functional skills courses from pre-entry level to level 2.
You'll be supported to develop the skills that employers require.
You will also have the opportunity to gain a City and Guilds’ qualification to improve your job prospects in a highly changing market. The level 2 Functional English qualification is an entry requirement of many universities for those thinking of studying nursing or other vocational programmes at degree level.
How to enrol
To enrol you will need to complete a skills assessment at Thomas Calton Centre.
This is to assess your skill level and knowledge to make sure you're placed on the right course. If you are between levels, we may offer you a bridging course before starting you on a qualification.
You need to book an appointment beforehand by:
- calling 020 7358 2100
- emailing adult.learning@southwark.gov.uk