Functional Skills
Functional skills comprise practical skills in:
- English
- Mathematics
- ICT.
They help us make sense of daily life, for example, when writing an application letter, working out which deal is best value, or surfing the internet. They are about problem-solving, effective decision-making, and resolving real life challenges.
Functional Skills qualifications in English, Mathematics and ICT are available nationally from September 2010 as:
- free-standing qualifications
- a component of Diplomas
- a component of Apprenticeships
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part of KS3 and KS4 English, Mathematics and ICT programmes.