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Level 1 Functional Skills in English

Functional Skills English Level 1 qualification is to prepare the learner for work, study and life, with the ability to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English.

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Requirements

These qualifications are designed for learners who want to improve their everyday English abilities in
preparation for life and work.

These qualifications may also be studied by learners as part of their vocational apprenticeship.

There is no minimum age requirement for registration.

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for these qualifications.

Where This Will Lead

Learners who achieve Functional Skills English at Level 1 could progress to:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English
  • Level 2 Award in English
  • Level 2 Certificate in English

Earned Qualifications

Learners who complete the course will earn:

  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English.

Why This Programme ?

A key aim for Functional Skills English specifications is that they should enable the learner to develop confidence and fluency in, and a positive attitude towards, English. Learners should be able to demonstrate their competence in English by using it in real-world situations as well as demonstrating a sound grasp of basic English knowledge and skills.

The purpose of Functional Skills English Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications is to prepare for work, study and life. Achievement of the qualification demonstrates the ability at an appropriate level to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English, and to apply these skills effectively to a range of purposes in the workplace and in other real-life situations.

The purpose of the Functional Skills English Level 1 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.

Min Entry Age

Pre-16

Credit Value

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Funding

Adult Education Budget

Duration

TQT ?Total Qualification Time

66 hours

GLH ?Guided Learning Hours

55 hours

Level

Level 1

Location

Pathway SkillsZone Burslem

Sector

Functional Skills

Qualification Type

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Region

Cambridgeshire, Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Peterborough, Staffordshire, West Midlands, West Yorkshire

Awarding Body

Additional information

Delivery

Classroom Based Learning

Level

Level 1

Region

Cambridgeshire, Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Peterborough, Staffordshire, West Midlands, West Yorkshire

Sector

Functional Skills

Awarding Body

NCFE

Funding Type

Adult Education Budget

Minimum Entry Age

Pre-16

Aim Reference

603/5058/1

Location

Pathway SkillsZone Burslem

GLH

55

TQT

66

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