The purpose of Functional Skills English qualification is to demonstrate the ability at an appropriate level to enable you to work, study and continue in 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.
Our distance learning courses are completed online, so there is no need for any personal attendance in college, however you can always attend college if you feel you need this.
You will complete assessments by answering questions and submitting them to your tutor via the online learning platform.
You will be given full written feedback on your assessments within 5 working days.
Your tutor is available by Email, or Mobile Phone during office hours if you need support with your studies.
To study the courses, you need to have a suitable device such as a laptop, a desktop computer or a tablet such as an iPad. You also need access to the internet.
Please note: It is not possible to complete the courses on a mobile phone as they are not compatible with our learning platform.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate from TQUK awarding body, confirming your achievement.
Key Information
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Course Level
Level 1
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Delivery
Distance / Online
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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.
To apply for this course visit the following link and fill out the online form.
Please note: You will need to have a photograph or scan of a form of ID to upload during your enrolment, and also proof of your settled/pre-settled status if applicable such as your share code. During the enrolment form you will be asked to upload one or both of these documents.