Functional Skills
Our Functional Skills courses are designed to integrate with your apprenticeship, providing a balanced approach to learning that values both your professional development and time. Functional Skills are the tools that will help you navigate your career path with confidence and competence.
At Skills Edge Training, we understand that apprenticeships are a journey of growth, skill acquisition, and personal achievement. That’s why we are committed to guiding each apprentice through mastering these essential skills. We ensure you’re not only prepared for your exams but also equipped to handle the challenges and opportunities in your chosen profession.
What are Functional Skills?
Functional Skills are practical skills in English and Maths that enable individuals to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work.
They are essential for:
- Education: Providing a foundation for further learning and development across various subjects.
- Employment: Enabling individuals to handle calculations, communication, and problem-solving in real-world job scenarios.
- Personal Development: Helping individuals manage everyday tasks with confidence, such as budgeting, reading instructions, and using technology effectively.
Why are Functional Skills required?
Functional Skills are a key component of apprenticeships, ensuring apprentices are equipped with the necessary skills to thrive in their chosen career path. They are recognised by employers across the UK and are often prerequisites for:
- Job Roles: Many employers look for these skills as they indicate a readiness for work and the ability to perform various tasks.
- Apprenticeship Standards:
– Functional Skills are qualifications for those that have not achieved a GCSE grade C(4) in English and/or maths
– Mandatory for those aged 16 to 18
– Optional for those aged 19 and above - Progression Opportunities: Possessing Functional Skills can lead to further education opportunities, promotions, and career advancements.
Supporting you to evidence your certificates
Educated Outside of England?
If your education was completed outside of England, Skills Edge can help you get a certified translation of your qualifications to meet UK apprenticeship standards. We ensure your qualifications are recognised so you can start your Functional Skills training with confidence.
Can't find your certificates?
If you are unable to locate your qualification certificates, don’t worry. Our enrolment team is here to guide you through the process of obtaining official copies, ensuring there are no delays in your apprenticeship journey.
Achieving Functional Skills
At Skills Edge Training, we facilitate the achievement of Functional Skills through a structured programme tailored to the needs of apprentices. Here’s how we guide our apprentices to success:
Important notes for Apprentices
Functional Skills Training
- During Working Hours: Functional Skills training is conducted during your working hours, ensuring it integrates seamlessly with your apprenticeship.
- Exclusion from Off-the-Job Training: While the training takes place during working hours, it cannot be included in the off-the-job training hours required for apprenticeships. However, it remains essential for the completion of your apprenticeship standard.