Functional Skills English Level 1 Online Course with Exam

Description

Our expert-designed Functional Skills English Level 1 Course has smart learning options that provide the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in Functional Skills English.

Whether you want to improve your literacy skills, our course is tailored to meet your specific needs and help you achieve your academic and career goals from the comfort of your home.

You also get the opportunity to book Live 1:1 tutor support via Microsoft Teams.

With interactive lessons, FREE mock tests, personalised feedback and remote exams, our English Level 1 Course ensures a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.

For our remote invigilation service of Functional Skills qualifications, the last accepted booking will be on 19th December 2024. We will reopen for bookings from 3rd January 2025.

Results Release

Additionally, the period between 20th December 2024 and 2nd January 2025 will not be counted as “working days” for the result release timeframes. Please plan your assessment bookings accordingly. Our last results release prior to Christmas will be on 20th December 2024, with the next results release taking place on 3rd January 2025.

Exam slots are available 24*7 from Monday to Sunday. If you are in a rush and would like to book your exam sooner, then you can book your remote online exam within 3 working days for Open Awards, 1 working day of enrolment for NCFE, 2 working days of enrolment for TQUK and within 7 working days for Pearson Edexcel.

Please note the exam price advertised on the website for the Open Awards remote invigilation exam is applicable for weekdays (Monday to Friday between 9 am to 5 pm). If you would like to book the Open Awards remote invigilation exam at the weekend then there is an additional £25+Vat applicable.

You can decide the exam date and place according to your convenience.

*Offline examinations will be held at our Swindon and London centres. Please get in touch with us for more information.

The new assessment and result dates by NCFE is: (Only applicable if you are attending the exam in between the following assessment date).

The new assessment and result dates by Open Awards is: (Only applicable if you are attending the exam in between the following assessment date).

(Note that this only applies to the mentioned exam type and if you book the exam during the dates mentioned above. Also, this will not affect the schedule of the other exam types and results.)

Unit 1: Speaking and Listening
The speaking and listening section entails comprehensive learning and activities, including presenting and narrating skills, argument presentation techniques, and more.

Unit 2: Reading
Learn to read a text with the help of scanning, skimming, and detailed reading, and also, learn how to find organisational features' purpose from the text.

Unit 3: Writing
The writing part will cover English grammar, including punctuation, spelling, syntax, etc. enabling you to avoid all the writing errors and mistakes.

This Level 1 Functional Skills English course will help you build a solid foundation in mathematics. Throughout the course, it will provide you with various learning materials and activities to enhance your understanding of these subjects.

This level 1 English qualification is available to all students of all academic backgrounds; no experience or previous qualifications are required. However, you will require a laptop/desktop computer and a good internet connection.

The Pearson Edexcel, NCFE and Open Awards Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 consist of 3 exams, these are Reading, Writing and Speaking, Listening and Communicating.

SLC Exam Pearson Edexcel / NCFE: Speaking, listening and communicating will asses through one 5-minute presentation and linked question and answer session in groups of three to five. Also, one 15-minute formal discussion together in groups of three to five learners is included. This exam happens via Microsoft Teams.

SLC Exam Open Awards/ TQUK: Speaking, listening and communicating happen through one 10-minute presentation and linked question and answer session in groups of three to four. Also, one 10-minute formal discussion together in groups of three to five learners is included. This exam will be on Microsoft Teams.

Reading is evalute through a test consisting of multiple-choice, short open-response and medium open-response questions.

Reading/Writing Exam Pass Mark: Learners should achieve the overall marks mentioned in the table to pass the reading exam. However, the awarding process will determine specifically where the pass mark sits for each assessment version. Therefore, the pass mark may vary between assessments.

This Functional Skills English Level 1 has been independently accredited by Pearson Edexcel, NCFE and Open Awards, also regulated by Ofqual. The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is responsible for regulating qualifications, assessments, and examinations in England.

Pearson Edexcel is the most prestigious awarding body, for an academic and vocational qualifications. Pearson Edexcel qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and recognised by universities and employers across the world.

NCFE is a charity and awarding organisation that provides qualifications in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It is regulated by Ofqual in England and recognised in Wales and Northern Ireland.

Open Awards is an awarding organisation that offers a wide range of qualifications across various sectors, including education, health and social care, and business. Their qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are designed to meet the needs of learners and employers. Open Awards also works closely with educational institutions and employers to ensure their qualifications are relevant and up-to-date.

TQUK is an awarding organisation approved by Ofqual and offers RQF courses in a variety of sectors. RQF courses have different credit values that can be applied to the National Credit Transfer System. TQUK accredits courses developed by industry experts and collaborates with organisations to ensure the quality and value of the courses provided. 

Level 1 English equals a GCSE Grade 1 to 3 or D-G. This means that achieving a Level 1 qualification in English demonstrates a basic understanding and practical application of the English language, including reading, writing, and communication skills.

The advanced course of functional skills English level 1 is the level 2 English course. In the advanced course, you will learn English in depth.

Some universities may approve the functional skills English level 1 as an alternative to GCSEs or other qualifications, it ultimately depends on the specific university and its admissions policies. Therefore, it's best to check with the university's requirements. However, most universities usually require a higher level of English proficiency, like Functional Skills English level2 GCSE Grade C/4 in English.

Lead Academy's Pearson Edexcel and NCFE Qualifications in English Level 1 consist of internally marked speaking, listening, and communicating assessments and externally marked reading and writing assessments. The speaking and listening assessments include a 5-minute presentation and a 15-minute formal discussion in groups of three to five learners. The reading assessment lasts 75 minutes and consists of multiple-choice, short open-response, and medium open-response questions. The writing assessment, which includes tasks assessing spelling, punctuation, and grammar, lasts 60 minutes.

Functional English skills Level 1 is generally less complicated than GCSE English. The exam focuses on basic language skills and communication, emphasizing practical, real-world applications. The exam is designed to be accessible to many learners, including those who may have struggled with traditional classroom-based learning. However, it still requires a good understanding and proficiency in English, so preparing and practicing in advance is essential.

A Functional skills course develops for the one who wants to learn Math, English, and ICT for individual achievement in the daily workplace. On the other hand, GCSE focuses on theories and tests your academic ability.

A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email after payment. Hereafter anytime, you can start your learning journey with Lead Academy.

The professional body approves the procedures if any e-learning platform claims its courses are accredited.

You will only realize the benefit of having an accredited certificate once you face the corporate world. As employees, job places, and more value the accredited certificate, you must own this certificate by doing the course with us.

For Pearson Edexcel and NCFE:

To sit your assessment, you’ll need:

For Open Awards:

In order to take your exam, you need to have the following equipment:

Supported Browsers
Chrome: 34.0.1847 or above
Microsoft Edge: Version 88.0.705.81 or newer Firefox: 31.0 or above Safari: 6.2 or above Safe Exam Browser 2.0.2 or above
Please note: Chromebooks are not compatible with the Safe Exam Browser
Browser settings
Popups must be allowed.
Guidance on how to do this below:
Chrome
Edge
Firefox
Safari



For TQUK:

Exam conditions
All remote exams must take place in a controlled environment. Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) defines a controlled environment as a quiet, appropriate space conducive to the undertaking of a remotely invigilated exam. The environment must be:

Requirements and guidance for materials:
The following relates to materials within the controlled environment and must be followed to ensure compliance: