Course Material Only
£169.00
What's Included:
- Full Functional Skills English learning materials
- Access to online English learning resources
Level 2 Functional Skills in English
Strengthen practical English for work, apprenticeships and further learning.
Level 2
1 Week
Flexible
Pricing Packages
Ideal for learners who want to join one of our fully in-person SIA courses.
Compare the options below and choose the learning and assessment support you need.
Official Exam Papers
£189.00
What's Included:
- Reading examination
- Writing examination
- Speaking, Listening and Communicating assessment
Course Material + Exam + Tutor Support
£349.00
What's Included:
- Course materials
- Official exam papers
- Email tutor support
- Online learning resources
Full Learning Package
£429.00
What's Included:
- Course materials
- Official exam papers
- Mock test
- Live online classes
- Tutor support
- Online learning resources
Explore options for your team. Where no fixed price is listed, contact us for a tailored quote.
Group Training (Up to 20 Learners)
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Learners: 2–20
What's Included:
- Classroom and remote learning options
- Qualification awarded by Highfield
- Flexible training dates
- Expert English tutors
- Access to online learning resources
Contact the team for a price based on your group size and delivery requirements.
Course overview
Develop confident speaking, listening, reading and writing for everyday and workplace situations. Choose learning materials, assessment or a supported study package according to your needs. An initial skills check can help identify the right starting point.
Key information
- Level
- Level 2
- Duration
- 1 Week
- Awarding body
- Highfield
- Guided learning hours
- 55
- Maximum group size
- 20
- Certificate validity
- Lifetime qualification
Who is this for?
- Apprentices requiring English for gateway
- Adults returning to education
- Participants progressing to further or higher education
- People seeking an alternative to GCSE English
- Anyone wishing to improve practical English skills
Course curriculum
Speaking, Listening and Communicating
This unit covers the following areas of knowledge and practice.
- Delivering formal presentations and responding to questions
- Participating confidently in group discussions
- Adapting communication to audience, purpose and context
- Using appropriate language, tone and structure
- Developing confidence in spoken communication
Reading
This unit covers the following areas of knowledge and practice.
- Understanding a range of text types
- Identifying key information and main points
- Making inferences from written texts
- Comparing information across multiple sources
- Recognising purpose, tone and intended audience
Writing
This unit covers the following areas of knowledge and practice.
- Writing clearly, accurately and effectively
- Structuring written information logically
- Using correct spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Writing for different audiences and purposes
- Planning, drafting and proofreading written work
How it works
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Choose your package
Contact the team to confirm your package, learning route and suitable dates.
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Complete the Learning
Work through the course units and complete the learning activities for your chosen route.
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Sit the Assessments
Complete the required knowledge and practical assessments for your qualification.
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Receive your qualification
Receive certification after meeting the assessment and quality requirements.
Entry requirements
- No previous qualification is required.
- Take an initial assessment to check the course is suitable.
- Basic computer skills are helpful for on-screen assessment.
Assessment
Speaking, listening and communication are assessed internally. Reading and writing are assessed through externally set examinations under controlled conditions.
Delivery format
Classroom, distance and blended learning routes are available. English learning may also be integrated into another training programme.
Career opportunities
- Progression to apprenticeships
- Improved employability opportunities
- Access to further and higher education
- Enhanced workplace communication skills
Why choose this course?
- Live Online Classes via MS Teams
- Nationally recognised RQF qualification
- Accepted alternative to GCSE English
- Lifetime certificate validity
- Flexible ways to learn
- Suitable for apprenticeships and employment
- Externally assessed reading and writing examinations
- Internally assessed speaking, listening and communicating
- Free access to online English learning resources
Certification
Frequently asked questions
Can this be used instead of GCSE English?
It is accepted for many employment, apprenticeship and college routes; confirm acceptance with the organisation concerned.
How much study time is involved?
The qualification involves 55 guided learning hours, with the schedule depending on your study route.
Which exam formats are available?
On-screen and paper assessments are available. Confirm arrangements before booking.
Can this support an apprenticeship?
It can meet Functional Skills requirements for apprenticeship progression.
Are previous English qualifications required?
No previous qualification is required. An initial assessment helps check readiness.
