Ref: 603/4849/X
Level:
1
GLH:
55
TQT:
55
Age Range:
Pre 16
Functional Skills qualifications provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against demanding content that is relevant to the workplace. They provide assessment of learners’ underpinning knowledge as well as their ability to apply this in different contexts. They also provide a foundation for progression into employment or further technical education and develop skills for everyday life. In some contexts, Functional Skills qualifications also play a part in the Government’s accountability systems.
A key aim for Functional Skills English qualifications is that they should enable the learner to develop confidence and fluency in, and a positive attitude towards, English. Learners are required to demonstrate their competence in English by using it in real-world situations as well as to demonstrate a sound grasp
of basic English knowledge and skills.
Purpose of Functional Skills English for Entry Levels: a qualification to demonstrate the ability at an appropriate level to read, write, speak, listen and communicate in English, and to apply this knowledge and these skills in familiar situations. Achievement of these qualifications can provide the basis for further study at Levels 1 and 2.
To achieve this qualification learners must complete all the essential components (see Qualification Specification).
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in English (Entry 1)
The AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in English (Entry 1) offers opportunities for a wide range of learners to build confidence and knowledge in the core skills of English. The qualifications consist of units at Entry 1. The units are designed to target the specific skills needs of learners, filling gaps in their knowledge of the fundamentals of English. This qualification can provide a stepping stone towards achievement of Functional Skills.
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in English (Entry 3)
The AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in English (Entry 3) offers opportunities for a wide range of learners to build confidence and knowledge in the core skills of English. The qualifications consist of units at Entry 3. The units are designed to target the specific skills needs of learners, filling gaps in their knowledge of the fundamentals of English. This qualification can provide a stepping stone towards achievement of Functional Skills.
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in English Language Skills (Entry 3)
This qualification has been designed in partnership with Imperial English to provide an ESOL qualification for those learners who use online applications and/or platforms to study and assess their English Language skills.
