Functional Skills Explained
They have been created in response to employers' recommendations that learners would benefit from a thorough grounding in the basics and the ability to problem-solve.
The qualifications are available in English, mathematics and ICT at entry level 1, 2, 3 and level 1 and 2 and assess the Ofqual Functional Skills standards, coverage and range.
Entry level and Speaking Listening and Communication (at all levels) are externally set and Level 1 and Level 2 are externally assessed.
All of our level 1 and 2 Functional Skills can be delivered via either on-screen or paper-based assessment, providing flexibility to both learners and centres.
Each Functional Skill can be delivered as a stand-alone qualification, as part of an Apprenticeship or Traineeship, or as part of an integrated Study Programme.