Free Functional Skills English Level 2 Course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. This free functional skills english course for adults takes around 20 weeks and covers reading, writing, and communication skills at a level that employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE english equivalent. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 2 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning. You need to be 19 or over and resident in England to be eligible.
Who this course is for
You will need to have basic literacy skills. This is a course designed to help you brush up on skills you are not confident with or have forgotten since school
Entry requirements
Eligible participants must be aged 19 or over on 31 August of the current academic year, reside in England on the first day of learning. Further eligiblity criteria may apply.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including those used in everyday work and life.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in your writing.
You'll identify the main points and purposes of texts.
You'll structure longer pieces of writing logically and coherently.
You'll demonstrate speaking and listening skills in formal and informal contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study online through a mix of reading, written tasks, and practice activities. Assessment is by externally set and marked exams, covering reading and writing. There is also a speaking and listening component, which is assessed separately. All assessments are set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education in Gloucestershire will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is a core requirement.
Administrative assistant: writing emails, letters, and reports accurately.
Care assistant: documentation and communication with colleagues and families.
Retail supervisor: handling written instructions, rotas, and customer correspondence.
Teaching assistant: supporting reading and writing activities in the classroom.
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, completing paperwork, and safety signage.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: pairs well with this qualification if you need both for work or further study.
GCSE English (resit): some learners use the level 2 functional skills english qualification as a stepping stone toward a formal GCSE resit.
Level 3 qualifications in health and social care, business, or education: many require a level 2 english qualification as an entry condition.
ESOL qualifications: if English is not your first language, an ESOL course may better match your needs.
