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Level 2 Functional Skills English Online – Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in English, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Heart of Yorkshire Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Functional Skills English Level 2 Course. Study online, at your own pace, over around 9 months. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment when you start so the course can be tailored to the right level for you. The course covers reading, writing, and speaking, listening and communication. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Level 2 functional skills english qualification meets that standard. This free functional skills english course for adults is a recognised gcse english alternative accepted by employers and further education providers.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills Level 2 is recognised and an alternative to GCSE. This course has been designed to learn and develop your essential skills in English.

Through studying this course you will develop your reading, writing skills as well as your communication skills through speaking and listening.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you will undertake an initial assessment on starting the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse texts for information, bias, and the reliability of an author's viewpoint.
  • You'll identify how layout and presentation features affect the reader.
  • You'll write a range of documents including letters, emails, articles, and blogs.
  • You'll apply spelling, punctuation, and grammar accurately in your writing.
  • You'll prepare for speaking, listening, and communication assessments through practical everyday scenarios.
  • You'll develop communication skills for home and workplace situations.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials in your own time. Throughout the course you complete quizzes and tutor-marked assignments. You can contact your tutor directly through the platform to arrange one-to-one support. Once you've finished the course content and mock assessments, you sit an online exam. Exams are available year-round and results come back within six working days.

What you will need to bring

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything you need before you start. As this is an online course, you'll need access to a device and a reliable internet connection.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service adviser: clear written and spoken English is a core requirement.
  • Administrative assistant: writing emails, letters, and reports accurately.
  • Healthcare support worker: communication and record-keeping in care settings.
  • Retail supervisor: written communication and team coordination.
  • Teaching assistant: supporting literacy in schools requires strong English skills.
  • Call centre agent: speaking, listening, and written communication daily.
  • Warehouse or logistics coordinator: written instructions, emails, and documentation.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pairs well with your English qualification and is accepted alongside it by many employers and colleges.
  • GCSE English (resit): some learners use Level 2 Functional Skills as preparation for a formal GCSE resit.
  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, including Access to Higher Education Diplomas, require Level 2 English as an entry condition. Completing this course opens those doors.
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