Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Mansfield. Classes run at Portland College. You'll start with a BKSB diagnostic assessment so the course is matched to the right level for you. Over around 3 months of full-time daytime study, you cover reading, writing, speaking, and listening in everyday contexts. The Level 2 Functional Skills English qualification is the recognised GCSE English equivalent when employers ask for English at GCSE level or equivalent.
Who this course is for
Level 2 Functional Skills in English. This specification, Functional English Level 2, gives students practical skills for the modern world and helps them get the most from life, learning and work.
This specification aims to ensure students have good communication skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. It assesses whether students can use these skills in everyday situations.
Entry requirements
BKSB Diagnostic
What you will learn
You'll read and understand different types of texts, including documents used in work and daily life.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll develop speaking and listening skills for real conversations and discussions.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly in your writing.
You'll practise applying English skills in everyday situations, not just in exams.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Portland College, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is by external exam and a portfolio or task-based assessment, as set by City and Guilds. Your initial BKSB diagnostic shapes how your learning is planned from the start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Portland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken English is essential
Administrator or receptionist: reading and writing accurately every day
Care assistant: documentation and communication with clients and colleagues
Retail sales assistant: serving customers and handling written tasks
Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires confident English skills
Warehouse operative: reading instructions, labels, and safety information
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: pairs well with English if you need both for work or further study.
Level 3 courses in your chosen subject: many Level 3 qualifications ask for English at Level 2 as an entry requirement.
A Levels or Access to Higher Education Diploma: if you're considering university, this English qualification supports your application.
