Functional Skills Courses
Helping learners to significantly improve their Maths & English
Peterborough Skills Academy delivers exceptional learning experiences. Providing Functional Skills qualifications from entry level 3 to level 2, we enable learners to achieve the equivalent of a GCSE that supports further academic learning, as well as career progression.
Functional Skills
English
Course Entry Level 3
Accredited by the NCFE
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, NCFE.
Functional Skills
English
Course Level 1
Accredited by Skillsfirst
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, SkillsFirst.
Functional Skills
English
Course Level 2
Accredited by Skillsfirst
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, SkillsFirst.
Functional Skills
Maths
Course Entry Level 3
Accredited by NCFE
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, NCFE.
Functional Skills
Maths
Course Level 1
Accredited by Skillsfirst
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, SkillsFirst.
Functional Skills
Maths
Course Level 2
Accredited by Skillsfirst
This roll-on roll-off Functional Skills qualification is certified by the awarding organisation, SkillsFirst.
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Many courses and employers require individuals to possess a certain level of Maths and English. When sat at Level 2, Functional Skills qualifications offer individuals the opportunity to gain alternative qualifications that are alternative to a GCSE grade 4 pass. These qualifications can then lead to higher level apprenticeships and employment.
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Yes, all learners are required to sit an online BKSB initial assessment prior to attending classes. This ensures PSA develops your unique learning journey by only considering the stronger and weaker areas of your results. Therefore, only teaching you what you need to know, not what you already know.
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There is no maximum time limit for you to complete your Maths and English Functional Skills. However, a minimum of 55 hours for each qualification must be recorded before you can sit your exams.
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Exams are conducted `on demand` and online at our training centre, this gives you and your tutor the flexibility to decide when you are ready to sit your exams. Unlike GCSEs, there is no set calendar date, all we require is 24 hours notice to schedule these.
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Yes, all learners are provided with one free opportunity to resit their Functional Skills qualifications.
Skillsfirst
Skillsfirst is a regulated awarding and end-point assessment organisation, focused on adult learning and apprenticeships.
The NCFE
The NCFE is an awarding organisation and registered educational charity providing qualifications across the UK.