Level 2 Functional Skills English in Newcastle upon Tyne for Young People with an EHCP
CostFunded through your local authority
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For pupils of Percy Hedley School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Percy Hedley School. You'll need Level 1 English to join, and the course runs full-time during the day over 12 months. It covers reading, writing, and communication at a level recognised as a GCSE English equivalent. When employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent, a Level 2 functional skills english qualification meets that requirement.
Who this course is for
Anyone 14 and over
Entry requirements
Level 1 English
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including complex documents and articles.
You'll write clearly and accurately for different purposes and audiences.
You'll use grammar, punctuation, and spelling correctly in your writing.
You'll structure longer pieces of writing, such as letters, reports, and essays.
You'll listen to and understand spoken information in formal and informal contexts.
You'll speak clearly and contribute to discussions and presentations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Percy Hedley School, with full-time daytime sessions across the year. Assessment is through a written exam and a separate reading exam, both set and marked externally by Highfield. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification. You'll practise exam-style tasks throughout the course to prepare for the final assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Percy Hedley School 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.
Administrator or receptionist: employers routinely ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Healthcare support worker: NHS and care employers require Level 2 English.
Retail supervisor: written communication skills needed for reports and rotas.
Teaching assistant: schools require Level 2 English as a minimum.
Warehouse or logistics coordinator: written records and communication are essential.
What you could study next
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject area: many Level 3 courses, including A Levels, BTECs, and vocational diplomas, require Level 2 English as an entry condition.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: pairs well with this qualification for roles and courses that ask for both English and maths.
Apprenticeships: most apprenticeship standards require Level 2 English, so this Certificate opens the door to a wide range of programmes.
