NCFE Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 1
- Ref:
- 600/1067/8
- Sector:
- Preparation for Life and Work
- Features:
- Learning Resources Available
- Level
- Entry Level 1
- Minimum entry age
- Pre-16
- GLH
- 45
- TQT
- 48
Important: This qualification has expired and we are no longer accepting learner registrations. The last date for assessments is 30th June 2021. The last date for certificate claims is 31st July 2021.
This qualification has been replaced by a new NCFE Functional Skills Reform qualification. Please note: all support, assessment and teaching materials listed below are only relevant for this existing Functional Skills qualification, and are not applicable to the replacement Reform qualification. Please see our Reformed Functional Skills page for more information.
Qualification Specification
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Functional Skills Criteria for English
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Functional Skills Entry Level English Factsheet
LessMore info DownloadThis document provides an overview of our Functional Skills English offering at Entry Level 1, 2 and 3.
NCFE Instructions and Guidance - Functional Skills Internal Controlled Assessments
LessMore info DownloadThis document is designed to assist centres in the delivery and assessment of the controlled assessment component(s) of NCFE Functional Skills qualifications.
Mandatory units
- Speaking, Listening and Communication (A/601/2208)
- Reading (A/601/2208)
- Writing (A/601/2208)
NCFE E1 English Functional Skills Resources
Price (Inc VAT): £42.00
English Amplification Guide
Price (Inc VAT): Free
Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English - Sample Scheme of Work and Lesson Plan
Price (Inc VAT): Free
Print materials available on our dedicated Print Shop website
Price (Inc VAT): Refer to External Link
Students are still required to complete the controlled assessment for Speaking, Listening and Communication. Where these assessments take place in an on-demand format and can be delivered in line with public health guidelines, SLC assessments should continue to proceed remotely.
This qualification is in scope for alternative arrangements and if required can be awarded via an assessed grade from the centre. The adaptation document provides further details on the scope and evidence requirements for this.
For further information please see the adaptation addendum document below.
AT FS EL English V3
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