Functional Skills – English – Maths – & Digital Skills

Practical Qualifications for Real-World Success

At NSEGTA, our Functional Skills programmes in English, Maths & ICT provide learners with essential, everyday skills that are nationally recognised and highly valued by employers. Delivered at your work place or from our state of the art academy, these qualifications are ideal for anyone looking to:

Meet apprenticeship or job requirements
Gain a practical alternative to GCSEs
Build confidence in reading, writing, speaking, numeracy or developing new IT skills.
Progress into further training or career development

Our Functional Skills courses are accessible, supportive, and tailored to real-life situations – ensuring that learners not only pass assessments, but also gain skills they can use immediately.

Functional Skills: English – Entry Level & Level 1

Our Functional Skills English qualifications help learners strengthen their abilities in:

Reading – understanding written information and interpreting different types of texts
Writing – communicating clearly and effectively in various formats
Speaking and Listening – developing communication skills for discussions, presentations, and collaboration

You’ll develop practical communication skills for everyday life, learning, and work — from writing simple emails and forms to understanding instructions and expressing your ideas clearly. These courses are ideal if you want to improve your English in a supportive, friendly environment. By the end of the programme, you’ll feel more confident, capable, and ready to move forward into further study or employment.

Functional Skills: Maths – Entry Level & Level 1

Our Functional Skills Maths qualifications at Entry Level and Level 1 help learners build confidence with numbers and develop practical skills for everyday life and work. You’ll learn how to handle money, understand time and measurements, work with basic data, and solve real-world problems. These courses are ideal if you want to improve your maths from the ground up or refresh your skills in a supportive environment. By the end of the programme, you’ll feel more confident, capable, and ready to progress in education, training, or employment.

Functional Skills: Digital Skills – Entry Level & Level 1

Our Digital Skills qualifications at Entry Level and Level 1 are designed to help learners feel confident using technology in everyday life, learning, and work. You’ll gain practical skills such as using a computer or tablet, sending emails, creating simple documents, staying safe online, and using the internet to find information. These courses are ideal if you’re new to digital technology or want to build on your basic skills. By the end of the programme, you’ll feel more independent, job-ready, and confident using digital tools in the modern world.

From stronger communication to sharper number skills, our Functional Skills training unlocks potential and opens doors to real success.

Functional Skills Courses

Explore our range of practical, career-focused courses designed to boost skills, confidence, and workplace success.