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Functional Skills English Level 1 Online Course with Exam

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The Functional Skills English Level 1 will set you up with a solid foundation in English. You can utilize it for both practical life and institutional purposes. If you are someone looking to master English skills within a short time, Functional Skills English would be the only solution for you.

This Course at a Glance

  • Take the Exam from Home – Guaranteed Fast Track Results
  • Exam Booking within 2 Working Days of Enrolment
  • Remote Exam Online or Paper based both options available
  • Course Duration: 55 hours
  • Unlimited Access to Course Materials
  • Get Free Mock Tests & Free Past Papers
  • Extra 25% Time for people with Learning Difficulties
  • NCFE, Pearson Edexcel, Open Awards and TQUK are all OFQUAL-regulated and nationally recognised

The English Level 1 Course Overview

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.

Christmas Holiday Information

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

  • For Open Awards: Any results from assessments taken after 30th November 2024 will be published after 2nd January 2025.
  • For NCFE Exams: Results from assessments taken after 11th December 2024 will also be published after 2nd January 2025.

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.

Functional Skills Level 1 Course Details

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.

Awarding Body Paper-Based Exam in Centre On-Screen Exam in Centre Remote Online Exam – From Home Results
Edexcel Book within 15 days Book within 24 Hours Book within 7 working days Get results in 20 working days
NCFE Book within 10 working days Book within 24 Hours Book within 2 working days Get results in only 7 days
Open Awards N/A N/A Book within 2 working days Get results in only 16 working days
TQUK Book within 7 working days N/A Book within 2 working days Get results in only 6 working days

*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). 

  • Delivery mode: On-screen and RI
  • Assessment date to and from: 16/09/2024 – 25/10/2024
  • Results release: 01/11/2024

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

  • Delivery mode: Remote
  • Assessment date to and from: 02/09/2024 – 13/09/2024
  • Results release: 11/10/2024
  • Assessment date to and from: 04/11/2024 – 15/11/2024
  • Results release: 13/12/2024

(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.)

  • NCFE, TQUK, 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 2 working days of enrolment for NCFE, within 7 working days for Pearson Edexcel, 2 working days of enrolment for TQUK and within 3 working days for Open Awards.
  • You can get your NCFE results in 7 days, your Edexcel results in 20 working days, your TQUK  results in 6 working days and your Open Awards results within 16 working days.
  • Universities and apprenticeships accept all of the awarding bodies. This distinction allows learners to choose the awarding body that aligns best with their educational and career goals.

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, 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 English Functional Skills Online 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.

  • Initial Assessment: To identify the current level of a student’s abilities and recommend the appropriate course to enrol in upon completion.
  • Diagnostic Assessment: Identifies skill gaps and produces an individual learning plan
  • Learning Resources: Comprehensive video tutorials, practice quizzes & topic-based tests
  • Progress Tracker: To record your progress in the course
  • Free Mock Test: Access our free mock test facility for professional feedback and to prepare for the final exam.

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.

Speaking, Listening and Communicating (SLC) Exam
Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks
Pearson Edexcel / NCFE / Open Awards / TQUK Up to 25 minutes Pass/Fail

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 Exam
Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks Pass Mark
Pearson Edexcel 75 minutes 35 65%
NCFE 60 minutes 30 53% – 57%
Open Awards 60 minutes 30 18 out of 30
TQUK 60 minutes 20 not fixed, varies paperwise

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

Writing Exam
Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks Pass Mark
Pearson Edexcel 60 minutes 36 63%
NCFE 60 minutes 44 57% – 61%
Open Awards 60 minutes 60 36 out of 60.
TQUK 60 minutes 54 not fixed, varies paperwise.

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.

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

 

NCFE

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

 

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.

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.

Once done with this Functional Skills English Level 1 Online Course with Exam and undertaking the official exam, you will obtain the Ofqual regulated qualification Pearson Edexcel or NCFE or TQUK or Open Awards Functional Skills Qualification. However, it depends on what you choose as an accreditation respectively. This qualification is a nationally recognised qualification accredited by Pearson Edexcel, NCFE, TQUK  and Open Awards. It helps rapport your professional arena as well as represent knowledge and skills in basic English. You will get a hard copy certificate at your given address and this is something holds both prestigious houner and gratification for competing the course with certification. 

Course Reviews

FAQs

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.

For Pearson Edexcel and NCFE:

To sit your assessment, you’ll need:

  • A laptop/desktop with webcam and microphone; you can’t sit the assessment on a tablet or smartphone a good Wi-Fi connection – recommended minimum 1Mbit/s Upload, minimum 10Mbit/s Download. You MUST use google chrome browser for the exam, as this is recommended by the awarding body.
  • A smartphone or tablet (Apple iOS 8.0 / Android 4.1 or higher) - this will be used to record you taking the assessment.
  • A suitable environment - quiet room with no distractions
  • The link for the assessment sent to your email; remember to check your spam/junk folder.
  • You must activate Airplane mode on your smartphone however you need to be connected to Wi-Fi, so turn on Airplane mode then reactivate your Wi-Fi.
  • Please familiarise yourself with the potential violations as these can potentially lead to the assessment being voided.
  • Ensure ALL equipment is plugged in (including phone for the recording of sessions). Loss of power at any point could lead to the assessment being voided.
  • You must brief other members of your household/workplace that you’re sitting an assessment, and they must not enter the room at any point.
  • There is a 24-hour live chat function within the assessment software for technical support should you need it at any time.


  • For Open Awards:

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

  • A good quality laptop or PC with a minimum screen size of approx. 14” and minimum resolution of 1024 x 768.
  • A stable internet connection with at least 3mbps.
  • An integrated (i.e., fixed) webcam on your PC/ laptop or a portable webcam.
  • If using a PC/ laptop with an integrated webcam, a reflective surface (e.g., a mirror) must be available. This will be used to show the invigilator the space immediately surrounding your screen and keyboard.
  • A basic (non-scientific) calculator for maths assessments. You will have access to an on-screen calculator but may feel more comfortable using a separate calculator. Please note that all workings need to be added to the assessment platform if you use a separate calculator so that your workings can be marked.
  • Plain paper. You will need to show this to your invigilator at the beginning of the exam to assure them that you do not have access to notes.
  • A dictionary (where allowed).


  • 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:

  • populated only by you, the learner, and no other parties
  • well-lit to allow maximum webcam visibility
  • free from distractions that may cause you to divert your attention away from the computer screen or move outside of the webcam’s viewing range
  • free from notes and posters on the wall
  • free from noise
  • free from personal or sensitive material
  • free from visual or physical access to supporting materials (such as educational texts)
  • free from electronic devices, other than the computer used to undertake the exam. The space, as described above, must meet these requirements throughout the entire duration of the exam. If the exam conditions requirements are not met, the exam may be voided. If, for any reason, you are unable to undertake the exam in a space that meets these requirements, you should inform your training provider/recognised centre at the earliest opportunity and arrange your exam at a time when these conditions can be met. You must have a desktop or laptop computer that is equipped with a working webcam, a stable internet connection, and the Google Chrome web browser (available here).
  • Requirements and guidance for materials:
    The following relates to materials within the controlled environment and must be followed to ensure compliance:

  • Mobile phones and electronic devices, except for the computer you are using to undertake the exam, must be switched off and stored in an inaccessible location.
  • Smartwatches and other wearable technological devices must be switched off and removed.
  • Headphones must not be worn.
  • Water must be stored in a clear glass or a clear bottle with the labels removed. No other food or drink is permitted.
  • Second monitors are not permitted.
  • Identification must be clearly presented to the camera at the start of an exam. If identification is not provided, or is unclear, at the start of the exam, this will result in the exam being voided.
  • A room sweep must be completed at the start of an exam. If a room sweep is not completed, the exam will be voided.
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