NCFE Entry Level 3 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life

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The NCFE Entry Level 3 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life enhances English skills from entry level 1 to level 2, filling skill gaps and aiding progression. Ideal for adults and pre-16 learners not pursuing GCSEs. No prior skills needed.

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NCFE Entry Level 3 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life

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About This Course

Enhance your English skills with the NCFE Entry Level 3 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life. This course builds on knowledge from entry level 1 to level 2, addressing any skills gaps using Functional Skills content to prepare you for everyday situations and further learning.

Ideal for adult learners new to this level, the course is divided into smaller units for internal assessment, boosting confidence. Pre-16 learners not ready for GCSEs can also benefit.

No prior qualifications are needed, though entry level 2 may be helpful. Complete 8 mandatory units to earn your certificate.

Course Benefits

Builds Foundational English Skills: This qualification develops essential English knowledge and skills for everyday life, bridging skill gaps.

Pathway to Functional Skills: Designed with Functional Skills content, it serves as a stepping stone to formal qualifications.

Boosts Confidence: Structured in manageable units and internally assessed, it builds learners’ confidence.

Accessible for All: Suitable for adult learners without prior qualifications at this level.

Alternative for Pre-16 Learners: Offers a non-GCSE pathway.

Flexible Certification: No fees for unit certification.

Clear Progression: Leads to further qualifications and apprenticeships.

Course Units

Qualification Title: NCFE Entry Level 3 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life
Qualification Number: 610/0653/1
Total Credits: 19

Unit 1: Developing Listening And Responding Skills (R/650/1869)

Unit 2: Discussing With Others (A/650/1870)

Unit 3: Speaking To Be Understood (D/650/1871)

Unit 4: Developing Reading Skills (H/650/1873)

Unit 5: Reading To Understand (J/650/1874)

Unit 6: Developing An Understanding Of Alphabetical Order (L/650/1876)

Unit 7: Developing Essential Writing Skills (R/650/1878)

Unit 8: Essential Spelling And Writing (T/650/1879)

Assessment

This course is assessed through coursework and practical assignments. You will access learning materials and submit work online via our learner management system. An expert assessor will mark your work and provide guidance throughout the programme. The qualification is designed to develop skills for everyday life and support progression into Functional Skills.

Required Knowledge

No specific prior skills needed.
Helpful if learners have Entry Level 2 English.
Suitable for adults new to this level and pre-16 learners not ready for GCSE.

Awarding Body

Upon completing your course, you’ll receive a certificate recognising your achievement. NCFE, a renowned organisation offering vocational and technical courses, has provided quality education for over 170 years. In 2015, CACHE joined NCFE. Enrol in an NCFE CACHE course for two-year access to NCFE CACHE Alumni, a network offering resources and guidance for care, health, and education professionals.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

Only one click away, you can trust that help will be there when you need it.

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:

  • No hidden charges, the price you see includes everything, from tutoring to certification.
  • Our average tutor marking time is 3 working days (most providers are 10+).
  • Our customers have rated us ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
  • Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
  • We are open later than any other home learning provider.
  • As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work.
  • All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations.
  • 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.

If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!


You have 12 months to complete your course, however you can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 3 months!


This is a government-regulated qualification, with certification provided by an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.


There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a number of months.

If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:

  • Your billing address is based in the UK
  • You have a UK based bank account
  • Bill payer must be 18 or above.

No, this course is assignment based, which means you will not have to complete any exams. If your assignment doesn’t pass first time, you can retry as many times as you need within your 12 months support period.


No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).


Unlike other providers, Association of Learning use a fast-track system to get your certificate to you within six weeks (our average is two weeks).

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