Functional Skills English - Level 1

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<li>Functional Skills English Level 1 gives students the <strong>practical reading, writing, speaking and listening skills</strong> needed for everyday life, work and further study.</li>
<li>Edexcel Functional Skills qualifications are available from Entry 1 to Level 2 and are widely accepted for apprenticeships, employment and progression routes.</li>
<li>Level 1 is ideal for adults progressing from ESOL or Entry Level English who want to build confidence with real-world English tasks.</li>
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<li>Speaking, Listening & Communicating</li>
<li>Reading</li>
<li>Writing</li>
</ul>

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<li>You must be aged 19 or over.</li>
<li>Recommended for students working at <strong>Entry 3</strong> or higher in literacy.</li>
<li>Initial assessment will help place students at the correct level.</li>
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<p>City Learning Quarter, Old hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU</p>

<p>Builds confidence in using English for <strong>work, study and daily life.</strong></p>

<p>Recognised by employers as a foundation literacy qualification.</p>

<p>Supports progression to:</p>

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<li>Functional Skills English Level 2</li>
<li>GCSE English Language</li>
<li>Access to HE</li>
<li>Apprenticeships</li>
</ul>

<p>Helps students write emails, understand workplace documents, speak clearly in groups and complete simple forms confidently.</p>

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<li>Through real-life reading materials (job adverts, letters, online texts).</li>
<li>Writing practice such as emails, letters, short reports and messages. </li>
<li>Speaking and listening tasks such as group discussions and roleplay.</li>
<li>Teacher modelling, exam practice and feedback.</li>
<li>Step-by-step skill-building with supportive resources.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Speaking, Listening & Communicating</strong></p>

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<li>Internally assessed group discussion or presentation under controlled conditions</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Reading – External Assessment</strong></p>

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<li>One exam paper</li>
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<p><strong>Writing – External Assessment</strong></p>

<p>One exam paper</p>

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<li>The course may be<strong> free</strong> for many adult students, depending on eligibility.</li>
<li> All core materials are provided</li>
<li>Students may choose to purchase optional revision guides or stationery </li>
<li>Access to IT equipment for home study is helpful but not essential.</li>
</ul>

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<p>Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1</p>

<p>Progress to:</p>

<ul>
<li>Functional Skills English <strong>Level 2</strong></li>
<li>GCSE English Language</li>
<li>Vocational courses requiring Level 1/Level 2 English</li>
<li>Apprenticeship routes</li>
</ul>

<p>Apply English skills confidently in workplace communication, job applications, emails, reports and everyday interactions.</p>

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