Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2)

The Entry Level 2 English course is ideal for learners who want to improve their reading and writing skills, either for work or further study.

What will I study?

Reading

Read and understand straightforward texts
Read and understand instructions & directions
Read and understand common spelling patterns
Use knowledge of alphabetical order to locate information

Writing

Use written words and phrases to record information
Use compound sentences, capital letters, full stops and question marks
Spell a range of common words correctly
Produce legible text

Speaking & Listening

Identify the main points in discussion
Speak clearly to be heard and understood
Express one’s own feelings and listen to others
Express statements of fact, short accounts and descriptions
Ask and respond to straightforward questions
Contribute to discussions

Who is the course for?

People aged 16 – 18
People aged up to 24 who declare a disability and have an EHC Plan
Adults aged 19+ (if studying towards a vocational qualification)

This course is suitable for students who:

have achieved Entry Level 1 Functional Skills
are taking a vocational course for which English is required
would like to brush up on their English skills in order to start a vocational programme

What are the entry requirements?

To start on this course you need to show at initial assessment that this is a suitable level for your current skills.

How will I be assessed?

At the end of the course there will be two paper based tests (Reading & Writing) and 2 recorded conversations for Speaking & Listening.

What could I progress to?

After you have achieved the Entry Level 2 English qualification, you could progress to:

Entry Level 3 English course

What is a Study Programme?

If you are aged 16 – 18 or up to 24, declare a disability and have an EHC Plan this course will form part of your study programme. The programme also includes: