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Functional Skills qualifications in English at Entry Level are ideal for learners wishing to develop practical, transferable skills in English in order to work confidently, effectively and independently in life.
Achieving these qualifications will increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
Completion of an initial assessment is essential - this will take place prior to enrolment.
It is important that you have the appropriate level of understanding to start the course. Your initial assessment score is related to the level at which you are ready to study. It is not possible to offer an alternative level as the initial assessment is an accurate tool at predicting capability. In the unlikely event that the initial assessment suggests you study a level you have already achieved, we may suggest that you complete some self-study and attempt the assessment again at a later date.
There are 3 main areas:
Speaking, Listening and Communicating Includes:
Communicate information and opinions clearly on a range of topics
Follow and understand the main points of discussions
Reading
Identify, understand and extract the main points and ideas in and from texts
Writing
Use a range of punctuation correctly
Spell words correctly
Sequence words in alphabetical order
There are 3 internally assessed exams in the following areas:
• Speaking & Listening
• Reading
• Writing
Fees: £0.00
Fees Advanced Learning Loan: £0.00
A Functional Skill qualification will support you in gaining employment or career progression. You can also progress to the next level e.g. Level 1 Functional Skills.
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