- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Weighting: 75%
- Marks: 48 in total
- Assessment format: onscreen or paper-based assessment
This great value course includes both Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 2.
Pay monthly options available in checkout.
Up to two years.
On completion of your exams, you will receive your Functional skills Maths and English Level 2.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
This great value course includes both Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2.
Just let us know when you’re ready to sit them after completing your studies, and we’ll book them for you! Stress and hassle-free.
With two years to complete both courses you can study at your own pace, wherever and whenever you choose. Either study each one individually, or simultaneously. You’ll receive all course materials together, so you have the flexibility to learn your way.
Please note that you must complete the exams to achieve your qualification. You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment, and we will save you the hassle of booking them, giving you more time to dedicate to your studies. If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams by liaising directly with your chosen exam centre.
Edexcel Functional Skills Maths Level 2
Edexcel Functional Skills English Level 2
Edexcel Functional Skills Maths Level 2
Edexcel Functional Skills English Level 2
Duration: 40 minutes
Assessment format: A 5-minute presentation with question and answer session. A 15-minute formal discussion.
Duration: 75 minutes
Marks: 35
Assessment format: Multiple choice, short open response and medium open response questions.
Duration: 60 minutes
Marks: 36
Assessment format: 2 set tasks with 42% of marks assessing spelling, grammar and punctuation
Speaking, listening and communicating
Reading
Writing
You have 2 years to complete both courses. Either study each one individually, or both simultaneously – the flexibility and choice is yours!
On completion of this distance learning course and relevant examinations, you will be awarded the Exdecel Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 2 and the Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Maths Level 2. If you only complete one of the two courses, you’ll only receive the qualification which corresponds with that course
Functional Skills English Level 2 exam
Your Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification will require you to complete two written exam papers and one practical speaking exam.
Please note: the exam centre for Functional Skills English is located in Birmingham.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 exam
Your Functional Skills Maths Level 2 qualification will require you to complete two written exam papers, one with a calculator and one without.
You will also complete a series of tutor-marked assignments throughout your course. This will allow both you and your tutor to track your progress as you make your way through your studies.
Please note, our Functional Skills exam centre locations for Maths are as follows:
If you have any further questions about exam centre locations, please feel free to reach out to one of our advisers on +44 (0)1223637029.
Remote invigilation
If you cannot attend one of our regional assessment venues, remote invigilation sessions are available. Any students wishing to use this service will need a suitable laptop with working camera and stable internet connection using the Google Chrome browser. A second device with a camera is also needed and will act as a room camera.
Choosing to add the exams package
If you choose to add your exams on to your enrolment, all you need to do is contact us when you are ready to sit your exams, we will book and pay for them on your behalf. You are advised to contact us well in advance of when you intend to sit your exams so that we can confirm your place with the exam board.
Remote invigilation
If you cannot attend one of our regional assessment venues, remote invigilation sessions are available. Any students wishing to use this service will need a suitable laptop with working camera and stable internet connection.
The course-only option
If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams yourself. If you select this option, you must source and liaise with your chosen exam centre in order to book your exams, Adult Education College will not be able to book your exams for you.
Edexcel are a highly respected and recognised awarding body. Their GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications allow learners to succeed in life, learning, and employment.
Students will need to have a good level of spoken English to complete the speaking elements of the examination. It is also recommended that students are confident using a laptop or computer, as external exam centres may host onscreen only examinations.
*Not included with the online study option.
Yes, in order to achieve your Functional Skills qualification, you must complete the exams required by the course’s exam board.
You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment with us, in which case we will book and pay for your exams for you when you are ready. Alternatively, if you choose the course-only option, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams which can be done directly with your local exam centre.
Please note: The exam centre locations for English and Maths qualifications differ.
The only exam centre available for Functional Skills English is located in Birmingham.
Meanwhile, Functional Skills exam centre locations for Maths are as follows:
Remote invigilation
If you cannot attend one of our regional assessment venues, remote invigilation sessions are available. Any students wishing to use this service will need a suitable laptop with working camera and stable internet connection using the Google Chrome browser. A second device with a camera is also needed and will act as a room camera.
If you have any further questions about sitting your exams, please feel free to reach out to one of our team on +44 (0)1223637029.
If you select the course-only option when enrolling on your course, you will need to book directly with the exam centre and pay for your exams yourself. We highly recommend researching your options before enrolling as costs can vary between centres. However, if you choose to add the exams package to your enrolment, we will take care of booking and paying for your exams for you when you are ready.
It’s not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Learner Services Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.
That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on +44 (0)1223637029 and they’ll do their best to help.