NCFE Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English
The GCSE-equivalent English qualification, sharpen your reading, writing and communication for work, apprenticeships and higher study.
Duration: 55 guided learning hours; self-paced online study
Course overview
This Level 2 qualification is widely accepted as the GCSE-equivalent standard of English for employment, apprenticeships and access to further and higher education. Learners develop skilled reading of a range of texts, clear and well-organised writing, and confident speaking, listening and communication.
Delivery is 100% online with tutor support and flexible pacing, so learners can fit study around work and family commitments.
Reading and writing are assessed through NCFE-set assessments, and speaking, listening and communicating through structured tasks. On completion, learners hold one of the most requested qualifications in UK job advertisements.
What you will study
This qualification is made up of the following units, taken from the NCFE qualification specification:
- 1 Speaking, Listening and Communicating
- 2 Reading
- 3 Writing
Entry requirements
- There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
- Typically suitable for learners aged 16 and over; also available to pre-16 learners.
- An initial assessment is recommended to confirm the appropriate starting level.