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    Level 1
    QN: 603/4602/4
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    FAQ Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by FAQ. Classified as a Functional Skills. Total guided learning hours: 45 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 1
    Awarding Body
    FAQ
    Syllabus Units
    3 Units
    Guided Hours
    45 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    FAQ Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English

    Speaking, Listening and Communicating

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Listen actively to understand and respond to spoken information in a range of contexts.
    • Make relevant contributions to discussions, demonstrating understanding of the topic.
    • Adapt language and delivery to suit different audiences and purposes.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of their own and others' communication in discussions.
    • Use appropriate non-verbal communication to support spoken contributions.
    2

    FAQ Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English

    Writing

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Identify the purpose and audience of a given writing task
    • Select appropriate language and tone for different contexts
    • Plan and draft a text to organize ideas effectively
    • Apply correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in writing
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of own writing against the purpose and audience
    3

    FAQ Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English

    Reading

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Identify the main points and ideas in a range of text types.
    • Explain how language features are used to suit the purpose and audience of a text.
    • Apply understanding of text structure and language to plan and draft own writing.
    • Compare and contrast information from different texts on the same topic.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of a text in achieving its purpose.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/4602/4
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    FAQ
    Qualification Type
    Functional Skills
    Operational Start
    Aug 2019
    Operational End
    Apr 2026