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Functional Skills English Curriculum

Entry Levels 1–3

You will build your confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will learn to:

  • Read and understand simple texts and information
  • Write for different purposes, including completing forms and writing short messages
  • Develop spelling, punctuation and grammar skills
  • Take part in discussions and communicate ideas clearly
  • Listen and respond appropriately in different situations
ProgressionFunctional Skills English (Level 1), Vocational Training, Apprenticeship, Further Education or Employment with training
Entry RequirementsNo formal entry requirements; a short assessment to make sure you are placed on the right level.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.
Functional Skills English Curriculum

Level 1–2

You will strengthen your English skills for work, study and everyday life. You will learn to:

  • Read, understand and extract information from a range of texts
  • Write clearly for different audiences and purposes
  • Use spelling, punctuation and grammar accurately
  • Communicate ideas and information effectively through speaking and listening
  • Participate confidently in discussions and respond to others.
ProgressionVocational training, Apprenticeship, Further Education or Employment with training.
Entry RequirementsEntry Level 2–3 or Level 1 Award in English, plus assessment to make sure you are placed on the right level.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.
Functional Skills ICT Curriculum

Entry Levels 1–3

You will develop your essential ICT skills and learn how to:

  • Use ICT systems and digital devices safely
  • Find and select information from digital sources
  • Enter, edit and store information
  • Develop and present simple digital documents
  • Communicate information using digital tools
ProgressionFunctional Skills ICT (Level 1), vocational training, Apprenticeship, Further Education or Employment with training
Entry RequirementsNo formal entry requirements; a short assessment to make sure you are placed on the right level.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.
Functional Skills ICT Curriculum

Level 1–2

You will enhance your ICT skills and learn how to:

  • Use ICT systems confidently and safely
  • Search for, select, and evaluate digital information
  • Develop, format, and present information using appropriate software
  • Communicate and exchange information using digital technologies
  • Use ICT to complete tasks, solve problems, and support decision-making
ProgressionVocational training, apprenticeship, further education or employment.
Entry RequirementsEntry Level 2–3 or Level 1 Award in ICT, plus assessment.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.
Functional Skills Maths Curriculum

Entry Levels 1–3

You will improve your numeracy skills and learn how to:

  • Use numbers and carry out basic calculations
  • Solve practical problems involving money, time, and measurements
  • Recognise and use common shapes and understand simple space concepts
  • Collect, read, and interpret simple information and data
  • Apply maths skills to real-life tasks
ProgressionLevel 1, vocational training, apprenticeship, further education or employment.
Entry RequirementsNo formal entry requirements; a short assessment is required.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.
Functional Skills Maths Curriculum

Level 1–2

You will strengthen your numeracy skills and learn how to:

  • Use numbers, calculations, fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Solve problems involving measures, shape, space, and data
  • Interpret and present information using tables, charts, and graphs
  • Apply mathematical reasoning to solve real-life problems
  • Use appropriate methods and tools to check and communicate results
ProgressionVocational training, apprenticeship, further education or employment.
Entry RequirementsEntry Level 2–3 or Level 1 Award in Maths, plus assessment.
Duration6 months–1 year. Start at any time of year.

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