• One Level 2 Functional Skills English Reading Online Exam
• One Level 2 Functional Skills English Writing Online Exam
• One Level 2 Functional Skills English Speaking, Listening and Communicating (SLC) Online Exam
• Registration with your chosen exam board
• Free resit with the course + exam option
• A free exam pack worth £119.99, including:
  • Exam preparation guide
  • Revision workbook with worked examples
  • 2 x mock papers

• A laptop or desktop (Windows or Mac)
• A Working webcam and microphone
• Zoom (if using online human invigilation)
• Stable internet: 1 Mbps upload / 10 Mbps download
• Quiet room where no one can enter during the exam
• Valid photo ID
• Dictionaries are allowed (for reading exams only)
• Let us know 20 working days in advance if you need reasonable adjustments

The Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification you receive upon passing our Functional Skills English Level 2 online test is Ofqual-approved. This means the qualification is an official, UK government-recognised certification, equivalent to a GCSE or Level 2 qualification. It is widely accepted by universities, colleges, and employers in the UK as a GCSE equivalent.

After booking your Level 2 English exam online, you can choose any date that suits you and take the Functional Skills English Level 2 online test with as little as 1 day’s notice. Typically, you’ll find discounted exam prices for booking further in advance, similar to booking your holidays.

The resit is free for one of the 3 components if you have selected the ‘exam & course’ option. If you have chosen the ‘exam only’ option, our resit support team will contact you to assist with booking a resit, but there will be a fee to retake the Functional Skills English Level 2 online exam.

Please view our refund terms and conditions.

We offer fast-track Functional Skills English Level 2 results, so from the day you complete your exam, results are typically delivered within 2-6 working days for TQUK or 6-16 working days for Open Awards. Your results will be sent via email, and if successful, a Functional Skills digital certificate will follow shortly after.

The Functional Skills English Level 2 qualification is recognised by all training providers as a GCSE equivalent and is widely accepted by colleges, universities, and employers.

The pass mark for each paper can vary, as some may be slightly more difficult than others. Generally, the harder the paper, the lower the pass mark, to account for the increased difficulty.

The Functional Skills English exam is split up into 3 sections: Reading, Writing and Speaking, Listening and Communicating (SLC). 

The reading and writing exams are 1 hour each and sat in a 2 hour slot back to back.

The SLC exam is sat as a separate exam on a different day, with other learners on a group video call.

Yes, we do everything we can to ensure learners have the reasonable adjustments they need. The exam board requires 20 working days notice in order to process this.

The Functional Skills Level 2 qualification in English showcases your capability to utilise English skills in practical, everyday scenarios, enhancing your appeal to prospective employers.

With a Functional Skills qualification in English, you can pursue roles that require basic literacy and communication skills, such as those in customer service, administration, retail, care work, hospitality, security, and more.

This qualification provides you with the versatility to explore a diverse array of career paths, aligned with your individual interests and ambitions.

After completing your level 2 English exam, you can pursue further education courses and apprenticeships. It’s a valuable qualification that improves your communication and literacy skills, opening doors to various educational and career opportunities.

You could pursue higher education diplomas, which are designed for adults returning to education and can lead to A Level and university courses.

You can also apply for apprenticeships in fields such as construction, healthcare support, retail, business administration, and childcare/education. English is a versatile qualification that opens doors to practical training and career opportunities in various sectors.

Yes, you can book the Functional Skills English Level 2 exam only. However, we highly recommend purchasing the exam & course bundle, as it gives you access to the best Functional Skills course, where 93% of those who complete it pass, and also includes a free component resit just in case!

You can find the mark schemes on our dedicated functional skills level 2 exam pack page.

We recommend choosing either TQUK or Open Awards in the selection at the top of this page, as these provide the best exam experience.

However, if you are wanting to book in your exam with City & Guilds, then email in to help@passfunctionalskills.co.uk or call 020 4575 9155 and we will get you booked in!