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Functional English – Entry Level 3 – Level 2

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Key Details

Levels

Entry Level 3 | Level 2

FT / PT

PT

Location

The Place

Duration

up to one year

This course is free for adults to study, subject to your personal circumstances. Please contact our Admissions team on 0800 854 695 or email admissions@eastcoast.ac.uk for further details.

To find out the next course start date, please email admissions@eastcoast.ac.uk

Functional English is focused on the practical language skills you use in everyday life and the workplace. Achieving a Functional English qualification is a valuable addition to your CV and can help you progress towards achieving a GCSE English grade C or Level 4.

Each level of Functional English includes three key areas:

Reading

  • Finding and understanding information from different texts
  • Recognising bias, opinions, and viewpoints
  • Identifying language features and how they are used

Writing

  • Developing accurate spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills
  • Creating different types of written texts, such as emails, letters, and leaflets
  • Responding clearly and effectively to a given task or brief

Speaking and Listening

  • Taking part in discussions
  • Developing confidence in presentations and spoken communication

Course Information


If you have previously achieved any grade below a D/Grade 3 in GCSE English, you may be eligible to complete Functional Skills English. The most appropriate level for you will be based on your initial assessment scores.


The three components are assessed separately, so each can be attempted when you are ready.

You will have to pass all three elements to pass your qualification.

At Levels 1 and 2 you can take the Reading and Writing assessment either online or on paper. The Entry level assessments are on paper and there is a choice of topics.


You can move on to the next level which may be GCSE English. Achieving certain levels in Functional English will also help you to gain access to higher levels courses.


The Functional English course is divided into a range of modules designed to develop practical communication skills for everyday life, further education, and the workplace. Each module focuses on building confidence in reading, writing, speaking, and listening, while helping learners apply their English skills to real-life situations. Topics covered include understanding different types of texts, improving written communication, using accurate spelling and grammar, and developing effective speaking and discussion skills. These modules support learners in achieving their qualification and progressing towards further study or employment opportunities.


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