Adults 19+

Essential Skills (English and Maths)

Did you know those with low level English and maths skills are more likely to be unemployed? English and maths skills are essential for almost any career out there. No matter what level your English and/or maths skills are at, we have a course to help you gain confidence and improve your literacy and numeracy skillset.

English – Level 1 Adult Functional Skills Qualification

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

Length: 33 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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English – Level 2 Adult Functional Skills Qualification

Want to further improve your literacy skills? This course provides an ideal stepping stone to GCSE English Language.

Length: 1 week
Study: Short Course
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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Maths - Level 1 Functional Skills

Functional Skills Maths is a qualification designed to help both young people and adults develop their mathematic skills in order to apply them in employment and everyday life.

Length: 15 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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Maths – Level 2 Functional Skills

Whether you are starting from the beginning, or you already have a basic understanding of mathematics, Functional Skills we will support you in achieving a Maths qualification.

Length: 15 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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Mathematics - GCSE

GCSE Mathematics involves the study of mathematical methods, with some practical applications.

Length: 30 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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English Language - GCSE

This specification is designed to inspire and motivate students, providing appropriate stretch and challenge whilst ensuring that the assessment and texts are, as far as possible, accessible to all.

Length: 33 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Location: Carlisle College

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