NOCN
Level 2
QN: 610/7014/2
Curriculum Active
NOCN Level 2 Certificate in English Skills
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 200 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
NOCN
Syllabus Units
15 Units
Guided Hours
200 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Ask and Respond to Questions and to Make Requests
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make requests and ask detailed and pertinent questions.
- Be able to respond effectively to questions.
2
Compare and Analyse Different Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to compare different texts.
- Be able to analyse texts of different levels of complexity.
3
Follow, Understand and Communicate Information in Discussions and Presentations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow
- understand and communicate information on different topics.
4
Identify Main Points, Specific Details, Facts and Opinions in Different Texts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify specific information.
- Be able to recognise different styles of writing.
- Be able to identify facts and opinions.
5
Read Texts for Detail and Meaning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to find the meaning of words in texts.
- Be able to recognise vocabulary, formality and bias used in different texts.
- Be able to identify and understand the main points and specific details in texts.
6
Take Part in Group Discussions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to participate in group discussions.
- Be able to help develop and progress group discussions.
7
Understand Implicit and Inferred Meaning in Text
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify implicit and inferred meaning in text.
8
Understand Organisational and Structural Features in Reading
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to find the meaning of words in texts.
- Be able to recognise organisational and textual features in texts.
- Be able to use organisational features to locate information in texts.
- Be able to describe how textual features can be used to shape meaning in texts.
9
Understand Words, Textual Features and Styles of Writing in Reading
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify language features used.
- Be able to read and understand specialist words.
- Be able to identify styles of writing and provide an example from within the text.
10
Use Presentation Skills and Express Opinions and Arguments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to plan a presentation.
- Be able to give a presentation taking into account audience and purpose.
- Be able to express opinions and arguments.
11
Write Accurately Using Complex Sentences, Organisational Markers and Paragraphs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to write complex sentences, using paragraphs and organisational markers accurately.
12
Write for Purpose and Audience
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to write to communicate clearly, coherently and effectively.
- Be able to use language and register suited to purpose and audience in written texts.
- Be able to produce accurate written work.
13
Write Texts Accurately Using an Appropriate Level of Detail
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to write complex sentences using paragraphs and organisational markers accurately.
14
Write Using Correct Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to spell a range of specialist words.
- Be able to write using a wide range of punctuation correctly
- Be able to write using correct grammar.
15
Writing Skills - Format and Structure
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to write texts for different purposes using an appropriate format.
- Be able to use a range of structures when writing texts.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/7014/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NOCN
- Qualification Type
- Other Life Skills Qualification
- Operational Start
- Feb 2026