Literacy

alt This course helps learners with their everyday use of the English language, so that they can communicate more effectively with members of their community, companies and official organisations and the people they work with; indeed good language skills can be essential for getting a better job and further qualifications.

Levels available and how the course works

We offer Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications in literacy, using the nationally recognised curriculum, approved by Education Development International, a leading accredited awarding body.

Having assessed your current literacy level, you will start a programme of supported study usually lasting 26 weeks (about half a year). You will receive a study pack as well as regular contact and visits from your dedicated tutor. The course content is very oriented to real life; you will learn more about good grammar and expressing yourself through real-life examples such as buying financial products, going on holiday and completing official forms. You will need to do some study and preparation on your own and you will be encouraged to link with others in a study group, possibly with coleagues where you work. However you won’t be left on your own; besides regular one-to-one visits your tutor will always be available to advise you by telephone or email.

Your progression on the course is tested by the coursework you submit rather than by exams, and you will get plenty of feedback and opportunities to re-submit work.

Reasons to study Literacy with Mercia College

The relationship between the learner and their tutor is vital to progress. Mercia College has a team of highly qualified and approachable tutors, who have already coached hundreds of people to better English language skills.
You won’t be just another number in a Further Education institution: you will get the responsive, client-focussed and personalised approach of a dynamic, professional company.
We have good pass rates and many of our Skills for Life learners have progressed to studying NVQs with us.

Cost

Learners do not pay anything to study Literacy with us, as the cost of the course is met by the government, subject to the learner fulfilling certain criteria. To check your eligibility and for any other information, advice or guidance please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it on 01332 332727.