NCFE Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English
Build confident everyday English, speaking, listening, reading and writing, the very first step on the Functional Skills ladder.
Course overview
This Entry Level 1 qualification develops the foundational English skills needed for everyday life. Across three components, speaking, listening and communicating, reading, and writing, learners practise taking part in simple face-to-face discussions, following short spoken instructions, reading and understanding straightforward words and sentences, and writing simple, clear messages in familiar contexts.
It is designed for learners who are beginning to develop their practical, transferable English and want to communicate more confidently and independently in daily situations. There are no formal entry requirements, making it ideal for adults returning to learning and anyone building basic literacy from the ground up.
On completion, learners gain a nationally recognised, Ofqual-regulated qualification and a solid platform to progress to Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English.
Entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
- No minimum age is set for registration; it is also suitable for pre-16 learners.
- An initial assessment is recommended to confirm the appropriate starting level.