The Functional Skills English qualification is designed to help you develop the level of English needed to work, study, and manage everyday life confidently. Achieving the qualification shows that you can read, write, speak, listen, and communicate effectively in a range of real‑life and workplace situations.
How the Course Is Delivered
Our distance learning courses are completed entirely online, so there is no requirement to attend college in person. However, you are welcome to come into college if you feel you would benefit from additional support.
You will complete your online assessments by answering questions and submitting your work to your tutor through the online learning platform. You will receive full written feedback on each assessment within five working days.
Tutor Support
Your tutor is available during office hours by email or mobile phone if you need help with your studies. We encourage you to get in touch whenever you need guidance or clarification.
Exams and Assessment
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit three exams under exam conditions in the college or at home so long as you meet the correct specifications to sit at home:
- Speaking and listening – completed in a small group via Microsoft Teams.
- Reading – final written exam.
- Writing – final written exam.
Technical Requirements
To study the course, you will need:
- A suitable device such as a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet (e.g., iPad).
- Reliable internet access.
Please note that the course cannot be completed on a mobile phone, as our learning platform is not compatible with mobile devices.
Certification
Once you successfully complete the course and pass all exams, you will receive an official certificate from TQUK, confirming your achievement
Key Information
Course Level
Level 2
Delivery
Distance / Online
Short Courses
Duration
Each module will take around 5 to 8 weeks.
There are 3 modules to the course:
- Reading – Read with accuracy straightforward texts encountered in everyday life and work, and develop confidence to read more widely.
- Speaking – Listening and Communication – you will take part in discussions with your classmates and, at Level 1 and 2, you will prepare and deliver a brief presentation on a topic of your choosing. We will look at asking and answering questions, giving opinions and picking up on the main points in a presentation.
- Writing – you will be given writing tasks to complete. We will look at spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, layout and proofreading.
You will work through Formative assessments and sit an exam at the end of each of the three modules.
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification, however you must:
- Currently live in England
- Resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
- be aged 19+
- Not be on an apprenticeship
An initial assessment will be conducted to ensure you are studying at the most appropriate level for you.
On completion of their first level, some learners will move on to the next level.
Learners studying at Level 1 and 2 often move into higher education.
Financial Support
Depending on your situation, you may be able to access a range of financial support available.
Course Fees
UK
We do not currently have fee information available for this course. Please contact us for further information.
Please use the following links to make an application or enquiry about this course.