Functional Skills Qualification in English
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.
18 providers teach this exact qualification.
North East4
Gateshead · 15 weeks
They ask for: Must meet all funding eligbility requirements, including: - Age 19+ on 31/08/25 - Live in a Tees Valley Postcode - Not in any other form of funded training - Mu
Their versionFreeHartlepool · 4 months
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment before starting your course to tell us what the correct level for you will be.
15 days
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeUniversity Centre Quayside (UCQ)
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 10 weeks
They ask for: At the start of the programme employees undertake an initial assessment, followed by a diagnostic test, to identify areas requiring further development.
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London3
D.T.K. Business Services Limited
2 months
They ask for: Acceptance onto the course is by assessment or progression from Level 1 qualification in Functional Skills English. You will need to bring evidence of your high
Their versionFreeLondon · 6 months
They ask for: These qualifications are designed for learners aged 19 and above. There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for these qualifications. Howeve
Their version£5506 weeks
They ask for: 18+ Valid Passport Wants to learn
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East of England2
Bedford · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
Watford · 55 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
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West Midlands2
Stone · 38 weeks
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for the Functional Skills Level 2 English course. However, learners should ideally have completed Functional Skills Level
Their versionFreeSouth & City College Birmingham
Birmingham · 18 weeks
They ask for: You must have already achieved Level 1 Functional Skills in English. GCSE grade 3/D in English will also be accepted.
East Midlands2
Rushden · 3 months
They ask for: Must be 19 years plus Unemployed or Employed Does not have an English qualification at Level 1 (GCSE Grade C or 4)
Their versionFreeThe St Francis Special School, Lincoln
Lincoln · 12 months
They ask for: You will be assessed during the enrolment process to check which Level of Functional Skills will suit your needs best.
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South East2
Brighton · 1 week
They ask for: Aged 19 or over Employed Living in Sussex, Kent or Hampshire
Their versionFreeWoodpecker Court Youth Activities Limited
Dover · 12 months
They ask for: L1
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North West2
Northwich · 18 months
They ask for: Entry requirements for this course are; you must have an EHCP, a diagnosis of Autism and attend Greenbank School. Please refer to school admission policy for fu
Their versionFreeSefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Liverpool · 16 weeks
They ask for: Contact our Admin. Team on 0151 934 4546 to book your initial assessment
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Yorkshire and The Humber1
Rotherham · 75 hours
Entry requirements not listed.