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Level 2 Functional Skills English

Key Facts

Level: 2
Duration: 20 weeks.
Course Code: FS2EVQ003C0
Start Date: September 2027
Awarding Body: Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Code: FS2EVQ003C0

The course is tailored to individual needs and sessions run in a supportive environment with experienced teachers. The course is suitable for people who want to increase their confidence, progress at work, get a job or help their children. The course is split into 3 units: Reading, Writing and Speaking and Listening. You will develop and become confident in discussions and presentations; reading and writing a wide variety of texts; and using accurate punctuation, grammar and spelling. The Reading and Writing unit will be assessed through an external exam. The Speaking and Listening element will be carried out in college.

Features and Benefits

Taught by an expert team of lecturers at our state-of-the-art Stephenson College site, these courses help students to gain those all-important qualifications, opening up increased opportunities for careers and progression.

Course Content

Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

Entry Requirements

No qualifications are necessary, but a Level 1 English qualification would be an advantage. Acceptance is by individual interview and assesssment.

This course is for adults. Applicants must be aged 19 or over.

Progression Opportunities

Progression could be onto a range of other courses, for example GCSE English and a wide selection of vocational courses.

Other Adult English and Maths courses

More Adult English and Maths courses are available at other LCG Colleges:

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