This Course at a Glance

• Boost your literacy skills
• Get the equivalent of a grade C/4 in GCSE English
• Helps you meet the entry requirements for the university
• Take up to 12 months to complete your course
• Fast completion possible
• 100% online study
• Exams included

About this qualification:

The purpose of the Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification is to prepare the learner for work, study and life. Learners who achieve this qualification will demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English. Learners will be able to apply these skills effectively to a range of purposes in the workplace and in real life situations.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is suitable for learners studying the following:

• Apprenticeships
• Traineeships
• Study Programme
• Alternative to GCSE
• T-Levels
• As a standalone qualification

Qualification structure:

This qualification is assessed via 2 external assessments and one controlled assessment.

The external assessments cover the following components:

• Reading
• Writing

The controlled assessment covers the following components:

• Speaking, Listening and Communicating

Online assessment:

Online assessment is available for this qualification, and live online assessments are now bookable. Please visit our Online Assessment page for further information.

Remote invigilation:

Learners are now able to complete online/onscreen external assessments at home using our remote invigilation solution. Also referred to as remote proctoring, remote invigilation allows a learner to be observed via audio and visual links when completing their online/onscreen external assessment at home.

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