Overview
Do you want to acquire a recognised qualification in Entry Level Functional Skills in English? This Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Course is designed to help you gain the required skills and credentials to pursue further education and explore various careers within your desired field.
Enrol today and get started on your journey to improve your Entry Level English functional skills with the latest expertise and knowledge to advance to further levels!
Benefits you will gain
- Accreditation: Pearson Edexcel & Open Awards
- Certificate: Receive a certificate upon passing the official exam
- Course curriculum: Get access to a highly informative course curriculum
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 60 hours
- Comprehensive Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 55 hours
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Course Online
This Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English Course will equip you with the relevant skills to communicate, speak, read and write in English with confidence and succeed in any environment. Accredited by Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards, this course will equip you with the relevant skills and knowledge to communicate confidently in dealing with day-to-day activities.
Our online learning platform is accessible from anywhere and is fully compatible with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
After successfully completing this course, you will be equipped with the foundational expertise to proceed to the advanced levels of functional skills in English!
EXAM Booking & Results Details
You can decide the exam date and place according to your convenience.
Pearson EdexcelÂ
- Paper Based Exam in Centre , Book within 15 days
- Results, Get results in 20 working days
Open Awards
- Paper Based Exam in Centre , Book within 30 days (The dates are fixed for each month)
- Results, Get results in 16 working days
Difference between Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards
- Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards are OFQUAL-regulated and nationally recognised; however, the only difference lies in the exam booking and result turn-around time.
- You can book your remote online exam within 7 working days for Pearson Edexcel and within 2 working days for Open Awards.
- You can get your Pearson Edexcel results in 20 working days and your Open Awards results within 16 to 32 working days.
- All of the awarding bodies are accepted by universities and apprenticeships. This distinction allows learners to choose the awarding body that aligns best with their educational and career goals.
Exam Format
The Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 3 comprises a writing and reading assessment that is externally set, internally graded, and externally verified by the exam body. The listening and speaking assessment is, however, internally set. Your exam results will be forwarded to the awarding body’s internal verifier once you finish the exam.
The writing and reading assessment is available as paper-based for which you will be required to appear for the exam at our designated office in London or Swindon on the exam day. You will be required to take the speaking, listening, and communicating assessment via Zoom.
You need to be registered for the exam three weeks prior to the exam date.
The Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 2 consist of 3 exams, these are Reading, Writing and Speaking, Listening and Communicating.
Speaking, Listening, and Communicating
Pearson Edexcel
- Duration: 25 minutes
- Number of Marks: Pass/Fail
SLS Exam Pearson Edexcel: Speaking, listening and communicating are assessed through one 5-minute presentation and linked question and answer session in groups of three to five and one 15-minute formal discussion together in groups of three to five learners. This exam will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
SLS Exam Open Awards: Speaking, listening and communicating are assessed through one 10-minute presentation and linked question and answer session in groups of three to four and one 10-minute formal discussion together in groups of three to five learners. This exam will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.
Reading
Pearson Edexcel
- Duration: 40 minutes.
- Marks awarded: 18 marks
- Pass Mark: 65%
Open Awards
- Duration: 40 minutes.
- Marks awarded: 18 marks
- Pass Mark: 8 out of 12
Reading is assessed through a test consisting of multiple-choice, short open-response and medium open-response questions.
Writing
Pearson EdexcelÂ
- Duration: 40 minutes.
- Marks awarded: 36 marks
- Pass Mark: 63%
Open Awards
- Duration: 40 minutes.
- Marks awarded: 36 marks
- Pass Mark: 24 out of 36
Reading/Writing Exam Pass Mark: Learners are required to achieve an overall percentage of marks mentioned in the above table to pass the English 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.
Progression Opportunities in this Functional Skills Entry Level 3 English Qualification
Upon achieving the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 3, you can:
- Progress to Level 1 and Level 2
- Study GCSE English
- Advance to further vocational studies
- Access a wide range of professions within your chosen field
Why Choose This Course?
- Accredited by Pearson Edexcel and Open Awards
- Nationally Recognised Qualification
- High-quality e-learning study materials
- Easy to use and easy to follow
- Learn the most in-demand skills
- Dedicated customer support
- Expert tutor support
- Self-paced, no fixed schedules
- Kickstart your career with quality training
- 1-year access
Why Learn with Us?
- We have taught and certified more than 50,000+ students and organizations worldwide
- We are committed to helping students start new careers or advance in their chosen career paths
- We have Award-winning Customer Support, and we’re proud of it
- We have partnered with some of the biggest organisations in the world
- We believe in you. Your success is our success
Who is this course for?
This extensive Functional Skills Level 3 English Course is ideal for the following individuals:
- Individuals of all ages and intellectual levels
- Anyone who wants to take A level or GCSE English
- Anyone who wants to advance to functional skills levels 1 and 2
- Anyone looking to improve their chances of finding employment
- Anyone who wants to acquire English communication skills and expertise
Requirements
You’ll not need any previous experience to enrol in this Functional Skills Level 3 English Course. Any student from any background, and of any age, can enrol with us and learn at their own pace.
Valuable Accreditation
This Functional Skills Entry Level 3 English has been independently accredited by Pearson Edexcel 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.
About Pearson Edexcel
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.
About Open Awards
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.
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Career Path
This Functional Skills Level 3 English Course will bring you new opportunities and new possibilities in an ever-changing job market. You will be able to advance to higher study and choose from a variety of alternative careers within the discipline. This course will also prepare you to proceed to levels 1 and 2 of functional skills and study for the GCSE in English.
To achieve all this and add extra value to your CV, this course could be a critical part of your future.
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