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Functional skills | English

Functional Skills English Level 1 and 2

Functional skills in English is assessed in three units:

  • Unit 1 - Speaking, Listening & Communication
  • Unit 2 - Reading
  • Unit 3 - Writing

Sample assessment materials, the specification and further guidance can be found below.

Onscreen, on-demand assessments are now available for Functional Skills English at Level 1 and 2. 

For information on Functional Skills at Entry 1-3, visit our Entry Level Functional Skills pages.

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