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Level 1 and 2 Functional Skills English – Pearson Edexcel

This course is ideal for people who want to improve their literacy skills.

It also provides an ideal stepping stone to GCSE English Language. A Functional Skill in English includes improving speaking and listening skills, reading and writing.

You will identify the main points and ideas in a variety of texts, written for a variety of purposes. You will construct extended pieces of writing in a variety of forms, employing spelling, grammar and punctuation accurately. You will make relevant and extended contributions in discussions, as well as presenting information clearly.

Students will learn;

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A Functional Skills qualification.

One 2-hour 30-minute taught session with a 15-minute break.

You will complete external exams in reading and writing. You will complete an in-class speaking and listening assessment. Exam dates in functional skills are flexible, so you only sit exams when you are ready.

• There are no formal entry requirements, but an initial assessment will be carried out to assess the level you are currently working at.
• Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

You could continue onto a higher-level course (Access) or a GCSE.

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