Fees: €400
Above Fees excl. Awarding Body Fees
Duration: 10 weeks
Level: Level 1 and 2 QCF
EDI Functional Skills qualification in English
Commencement Dates
Start Date: 4th February 2013 | End Date: December 2013
Content
The aim of the English Functional Skills standards is to encourage learners to demonstrate their speaking, listening and communication, reading and writing skills in a range of contexts and for various purposes.
They are essentially concerned with developing and recognising the ability of learners to apply and transfer skills in ways that are appropriate to their situation.
Course Outline:
Units:
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking, Listening and Communication
Assessment:
The EDI Functional Skills qualification in English is assessed via task based assessments completed in controlled conditions. Each assessment requires learners to complete problem-solving tasks, related to ‘real life’ contexts.
Award:
Candidates who successfully complete the required units/credits will be awarded with the EDI Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry Level 1/2
Progression:
Learners may use the credits gained from this programme as entry to other programmes on the Qualifications Credit Framework