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Functional skills courses online

Get the essential Maths and English qualifications you need for jobs, apprenticeships and further education, while developing core skills you'll use in everyday life and work.

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Functional Skills are a fantastic way to get the Level 2 English and Maths qualifications that most employers and further education providers look for. They’re a practical alternative to GCSEs and help you build the core skills you need to succeed at work and in everyday life.

Get the qualifications that employers and colleges expect.

Build real-life English and Maths skills you can use at work and at home.

Learn online, on your schedule, at a pace that suits you.

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Edexcel Functional Skills Maths Level 2

12 months - tutor support
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£479£429
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Edexcel Functional Skills English Level 2

12 months - tutor support
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Edexcel Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2

24 months - tutor support
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Studying functional skills online

With our online study, you can study the same subjects and qualifications you would in a traditional school or college, from the comfort of your own home instead!

  • Flexible learning

    Our flexible online learning means you can study at a time that suits you. No commuting, no fixed classroom schedules. Learn at your own pace and build practical English and maths skills that you can apply in real-life situations.

  • Unlimited tutor support

    Receive unlimited, personalised tutor support. Your dedicated tutor will guide you through the course content, help you strengthen key skills, and provide feedback on practice assessments, ensuring you feel confident and fully prepared for your exam.

  • Nationally recognised qualifications

    Our Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths are fully recognised and widely accepted by employers, colleges, and apprenticeship providers. They can help you meet entry requirements, improve job prospects, and take the next step in your education or career.

What are Functional Skills?

Functional Skills are fundamental English and Maths qualifications that people need for their working and personal lives. As an alternative to GCSEs, they allow people to gain access to further and higher education.

Maths and English are the most popular Functional Skills courses, as these level 2 courses are needed for most jobs and university courses if you don’t already hold GCSEs in these subjects. Through these qualifications, you can achieve the equivalent of up to a GCSE level 4, or a C in the old grading system. This means they can be used as an alternative pathway to gaining your English and Maths qualifications, while also having the flexibility to sit the assessment all year round.

A small qualification that can make a big difference

Let’s be honest, traditional education doesn’t work for everyone. Functional Skills offer a more flexible, supportive and achievable route for anyone that didn't achieve their GCSEs.

  • Meet job requirements

    You may have seen job ads asking for GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 and thought, 'Ah… not got that'.

    Level 2 Functional Skills are widely accepted as an equivalent. So if an employer wants those minimum grades, this can tick that box and get your application moving.

  • Thinking about college or uni?

    Sixth form, college, apprenticeships, and even university usually want proof of core English and maths skills. Functional Skills can help you meet those entry requirements without the stress of redoing GCSEs.

  • Improve core skills

    It’s not always about certificates. Maybe you want to feel more confident with numbers and writing, or finally understand what’s going on with your payslip!

    Functional Skills focus on practical, real-life English and maths - the kind you actually use day to day.

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Everything you need to succeed

Learn at your own pace, and never feel lost along the way. We make sure you have all the tools you need, along with some nice little perks!

Included in every course

XO student discounts card
Dedicated online learning platform
Learner services
Highly qualified tutors
Free employability guide

Designed for online study

Flexible learning

With flexible learning, you’re free to study when and where it suits you. Our online courses are built with convenience in mind, giving you 24/7 access to materials, resources, and tutor support. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or other commitments, you can learn at your own pace without compromising on quality.

Expert tutor support

Studying from home doesn’t mean going it alone. You'll have dedicated support from a personal tutor throughout your course. Our expert tutors are here to guide you at every stage, and you can reach out to them as often as you need.

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