Ascentis Entry Level 2 Award in English (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) – Speaking and Listening

Qualification Overview

In this qualification, learners will learn how to listen carefully and respond relevantly. They will be able to follow the gist and find detail in short explanations, instructions and narratives. They will be able to respond to questions and engage meaningfully in conversations. This qualification maps to the Adult Literacy Core Curriculum; SLlr/E2.1, SLlr/E2.2, SLlr/E2.3, SLlr/E2.4, SLd/E2.1, SLd/E2.2. The qualification reflects the requirements of the reformed Functional Skills qualifications.

Aims

The aims of this suite of qualifications are to enable learners:

• To improve their communication skills in speaking, and receiving and responding to information
• To prepare for Functional Skills in English at Entry Level 2
• To develop the skills required to move into the world of work or work-based learning

Target Group

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners, including:

• Adults who wish to develop and demonstrate their skills in English
• Young people aged 14–19 who wish to develop and demonstrate their skills in some aspects of English Language

Assessment

The qualification is assessed through an assessment to be taken under supervised conditions. Guide times are provided for each assessment. The assessment is internally assessed and verified by the centre and then externally verified by Ascentis.