Functional Skills Level 1 Equivalent
Functional skills level 1 qualifications are equivalent to a grade D/E at GCSE, they are also a great stepping stone to move up to level 2 functional skills. We offer functional skills level 1 courses and exams for both maths and English. We also have courses designed with the exam in mind and contain everything you will need to pass.
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English Level 1 Functional Skills
We provide Ofqual regulated exams for English level 1 functional skills, the qualification involves 3 exams; Reading, writing and speaking, listening & communication (SLC). The reading and writing are sat one after the other in a two-hour time slot. The SLC is sat on a separate day. These can be sat at home with one of our online invigilators. We also offer an online course that will help you through the course in preparation for your exam.
Maths Level 1 Functional Skills
The maths level 1 functional skills qualification is a one 2 hour exam, split in two sections. Section A is non-calculator, and section B calculator. Our comprehensive course contains all the material you will need to pass your exam.
Why take Functional Skills level 1?
Taking Functional Skills Level 1 can be highly beneficial for several reasons:
- Foundation for Everyday Life: Level 1 equips learners with essential skills in English and Maths, helping them handle practical tasks like budgeting, writing emails, or understanding basic instructions—skills that are useful both at work and in daily life.
- Building Confidence: For those who may have struggled with traditional qualifications, Functional Skills Level 1 offers a more accessible and supportive way to build confidence in core subjects, preparing learners for higher levels.
- Gateway to Progression: Achieving Level 1 is often a stepping stone to further education or training, such as moving on to Level 2 qualifications, apprenticeships, or even job roles that require foundational skills.
Is functional skills Level 1 maths equivalent to a pass at maths GCSE?
No, the level 1 maths equivalent is a D/E, which at GCSE is not a pass so it is slightly below a GCSE. The English equivalent is the same. This means that both the level 1 Maths equivalent and level 1 English equivalent will not be accepted as equivalent to GCSEs. Only level 2 qualifications are the equivalent to GCSEs.
A functional skills level 1 equivalent is a D/E at GCSE. The government website also gives an overview of what level each qualification is, see that here.
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