Level 2 Functional Skills English

Key Facts

Level: 2

Duration: 20 weeks.

Course Code: FS2EVQ003C0

Start Date: September 2026

Awarding Body: Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

Express Interest

Code: FS2EVQ003C0

Express Interest

The course is tailored to individual needs and sessions run in a supportive environment with experienced teachers. The course is suitable for people who want to increase their confidence, progress at work, get a job or help their children. The course is split into 3 units: Reading, Writing and Speaking and Listening. You will develop and become confident in discussions and presentations; reading and writing a wide variety of texts; and using accurate punctuation, grammar and spelling. The Reading and Writing unit will be assessed through an external exam. The Speaking and Listening element will be carried out in college.

Features and Benefits

Taught by an expert team of lecturers at our state-of-the-art Stephenson College site, these courses help students to gain those all-important qualifications, opening up increased opportunities for careers and progression.

Course Content

Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

Entry Requirements

No qualifications are necessary, but a Level 1 English qualification would be an advantage. Acceptance is by individual interview and assesssment.

This course is for adults. Applicants must be aged 19 or over.

Progression Opportunities

Progression could be onto a range of other courses, for example GCSE English and a wide selection of vocational courses.

Why choose Stephenson?

State of the Art Facilities

The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction, Electrical Installation and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care

Fantastic Opportunities

Specialises in providing high-quality Apprenticeship opportunities for students from across the country