LEGACY - Functional Skills qualifications (3748)

Last Updated: 26 Oct 2020

This qualification has now closed to new registrations for Maths and English - all candidates for Functional Skills must be registered on the reformed Functional Skills qualification (4748)

Update - 15 October 2020
The ESFA have today published a revised last certification for Legacy Functional Skills. The final certification date is now 31 July 2021.

Deadline

Action

11 May 2021

Last date a paper-based on demand assessment for Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills Reading, Writing or Mathematics can be booked in Walled Garden

28 May 2021

Last date an onscreen e-volve assessment can be booked (for immediate sitting) for Level 1 & 2 Reading, Writing or Mathematics

Last date that Level 1 & 2 Reading, Writing or Mathematics assessments can be taken (paper based OR onscreen)

4 June 2021

All completed scripts for paper-based Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills Reading, Writing or Mathematics assessments to be received by City & Guilds

18 June 2021

Final date for learners to sit Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 Reading, Writing or Mathematics assessments

Final date for learners to be assessed for Speaking, Listening & Communication (all levels)

30 June 2021

All Internal Quality and External Quality Assurance activity to be completed for Entry Level 1, 2 or 3 Functional Skills English and/or Mathematics assessments

All Internal Quality and External Quality Assurance activity for Speaking, Listening & Communication to be completed at all levels.

All claims where an exemption for a Functional Skills English component is being requested must be submitted by this date.

(3748-901, 3748-902, 3748-903, 3748-904 or 3748-905)

2 July 2021

All results for Level 1 & 2 FS Reading, Writing and Mathematics assessments issued

16 July 2021

All claims for Entry Level Functional Skills 3748-901, 3748-902 and/or 3748-903 (English) and 3748-016, 3748-017 and/or 3748-018 (Mathematics) must be submitted by this date.

All claims for Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills English 3748-904 and/or 3748-905 must be submitted by this date

31 July 2021

All certificates for 3748-01 Functional Skills English and 3748-02 Functional Skills Mathematics issued
3748-03  Functional Skills ICT will continue to remain open to new registrations. The planned reforms of this qualification and the introduction of Digital Functional Skills Qualifications has been postponed by the Department for Education and Ofqual due to the Covid-19 situation.

Fundamental applied skills in ICT – with a particular focus on problem-solving and being able to apply these skills effectively in real situations.

These qualifications are intended for anyone wishing to develop their ICT skills. They can be completed alongside City & Guilds' English and Mathematics Skills (3847) and Principles of Using English and Mathematics (3844) qualifications, as well as being used to support learners' progress towards GCSE.

Functional Skills qualifications are available across five levels (Entry 1 to Level 2), and are completed in a wide range of college, community and work-based settings.


Samples of our Onscreen-delivered assessments are stored below under the drop down menu for the appropriate level.
Available to deliver in the following:
  • England

Interested in delivering this qualification?

Find out more about how to become an approved City & Guilds centre or fill out our online customer application form. 

General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

You will cover:

  • Mathematics
  • ICT
  • English.
What Careers Can This Lead To?
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.

Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.


What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

These qualifications can be delivered in a classroom environment or in the workplace.

The Entry-Level qualifications are internally assessed and quality assured . This is also the case for Level 1 and 2 FS English Speaking, Listening and Communication.

Flexible assessment - onscreen or on paper, it's your choice
All of our externally marked Functional Skills assessments at levels 1 and 2 are available to take on any day at any time. There are two options:

  • Onscreen
    Assessments can be booked with as little as 30 minutes' notice using e-volve, our onscreen assessment platform.
  • Named on Demand
    Paper based/delivered assessments available with just two weeks' notice using our Named on Demand facility.

City & Guilds has a wide range of digital learning resources to support English and maths learning in almost any context, including learners working towards Functional Skills qualifications.

Entry 1

At Entry 1 there are Functional Skills qualifications in:

  • Mathematics
  • ICT
  • English.
What Careers Can This Lead To?
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. 

Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
Functional Skills English (3748-01)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry 1

  • Accreditation No: 501/1317/3 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Mathematics (3748-02)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry 1

  • Accreditation No: 501/0637/5 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (3748-03)
Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2023 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Entry 1

  • Accreditation No: 500/8507/4 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/12/2024 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued

Entry 2

At Entry 2 there are Functional Skills qualifications in:

  • Mathematics
  • ICT
  • English.
What Careers Can This Lead To?
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. 

Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
Functional Skills English (3748-01)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry 2

  • Accreditation No: 500/9837/8 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Mathematics (3748-02)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry 2

  • Accreditation No: 501/1821/3 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (3748-03)
Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2023 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Entry 2

  • Accreditation No: 500/8508/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/12/2024 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued

Entry 3

At Entry 3 there are Functional Skills qualifications in:

  • Mathematics
  • ICT
  • English.
What Careers Can This Lead To?
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. 

Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
Functional Skills English (3748-01)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry 3

  • Accreditation No: 500/9838/X This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Mathematics (3748-02)
Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry 3

  • Accreditation No: 501/1820/1 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Functional Skills Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (3748-03)
Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2023 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Entry 3

  • Accreditation No: 501/0638/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
  • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
  • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
  • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
  • Total Qualification Time: 47 The total time for the qualification
  • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
  • Last Certification: 31/12/2024 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued

Level 1

At Level 1 there are Functional Skills qualifications in:

  • Mathematics
  • ICT
  • English.

    Sample onscreen assessments
    Please click on the links below to access sample versions of our onscreen-delivered Functional Skills assessments at Level 1. These are designed to help learners and tutors familiarise with the the e-volve environment and should be used in conjunction with the PDF-based samples accessed via the 'Documents' tab above.  

    Please note the latest version of Flash is required to view these assessments. To view in full screen, in each case press F11 once the page has loaded.

                
                English Writing - Sample 1 The Marathon (with word count functionality added)  
                English Reading - Sample 1 Time and Money

                English Writing - Sample 2 Have Your Say (with word count functionality added)
                English Reading - Sample 2 for Faulty Product
                
                English Writing - Sample 3 Sports Sponsorship (with word count functionality added)
                English Reading - Sample 3 Apprenticeships
                
                English Writing - Sample 4 Journalist Application (with word count functionality added)
                English Reading - Sample 4 Switch and Save 

                English Writing - Sample 5 Skills Unlimited (with word count functionality added)


                English Writing - Sample 6 Product Demonstrator (with word count functionality added)
                English Reading - Sample 6 Emergency Evacuation
                     

     

     

     

     

    What Careers Can This Lead To?
    Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. 

    Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
    Functional Skills English (3748-01)
    Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

    Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 1

    • Accreditation No: 500/9319/8 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
    • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
    • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
    • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
    • Total Qualification Time: 50 The total time for the qualification
    • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
    • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
    Functional Skills Mathematics (3748-02)
    Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

    Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 1

    • Accreditation No: 501/0986/8 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
    • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
    • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
    • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
    • Total Qualification Time: 50 The total time for the qualification
    • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
    • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
    Functional Skills Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (3748-03)
    Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2023 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

    Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Level 1

    • Accreditation No: 500/9630/8 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
    • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
    • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
    • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
    • Total Qualification Time: 50 The total time for the qualification
    • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
    • Last Certification: 31/12/2024 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued

    Level 2

    At Level 2 there are Functional Skills qualifications in:

    • Mathematics
    • ICT
    • English.

      Sample onscreen assessments
      Please click on the links below to access sample versions of our onscreen-delivered Functional Skills assessments at Level 2. These are designed to help learners and tutors familiarise with the the e-volve environment and should be used in conjunction with the PDF-based samples accessed via the 'Documents' tab above.  

      Please note the latest version of Flash is required to view these assessments. To view in full screen, in each case press F11 once the page has loaded.

      Mathematics:

      English:

                  
                  English Writing Sample 1 New Superstore (with word count functionality added)
                  English Reading Sample 1 Band Manager
                  
                  English Writing Sample 2 Festival (with word count functionality added)
                  English Reading Sample 2 Mobile Phones

                  English Writing Sample 3 Social Media (with word count functionality added)
                  English Reading Sample 3 Social Media
                              
                  English Writing Sample 4 Holiday Rep (with word count functionality added)
                  English Reading Sample 4 Noisy Office
                  
                  English Writing Sample 5 Gaining Experience (with word count functionality added)
                  English Reading Sample 5 Decision Time
                                
                  English Writing Sample 6 Publishing Job (with word count functionality added)

      ICT:

       

      What Careers Can This Lead To?
      Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. 

      Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
      Functional Skills English (3748-01)
      Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

      Functional Skills qualification in English at Level 2

      • Accreditation No: 500/9318/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
      • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
      • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
      • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
      • Total Qualification Time: 54 The total time for the qualification
      • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
      • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
      Functional Skills Mathematics (3748-02)
      Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2019 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

      Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 2

      • Accreditation No: 501/0987/X This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
      • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
      • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
      • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
      • Total Qualification Time: 54 The total time for the qualification
      • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
      • Last Certification: 31/08/2020 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
      Functional Skills Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (3748-03)
      Last Registration Date: 31 Dec 2023 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

      Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Level 2

      • Accreditation No: 501/0639/9 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
      • Type: Data unavailable This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
      • Credits: Data unavailable Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
      • Guided Learning Hours: 45 - 45 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
      • Total Qualification Time: 54 The total time for the qualification
      • Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
      • Last Certification: 31/12/2024 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued

      Additional information for centres

      Smart Screen

      SMARTSCREEN IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS QUALIFICATION

      SmartScreen is our online portal for tutor, assessors and learners that provides unit-specific support materials and tutor forums to complement the delivery and learning experience

      Visit Smartscreen.co.uk >

      Learning Assistant

      LEARNING ASSISTANT IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS QUALIFICATION

      Learning Assistant is an innovative and cost effective e-portfolio solution that allows colleges and training providers to dramatically improve the delivery of their vocational qualifications.

      Learn more about Learning Assistant >

      Here you can find all documents related to this suite of qualifications.

      By clicking on the section headings below, you can access a variety of documents such as the qualification handbooks and assessment materials, Statements of Purpose, and recognition letters from industry and employers.

      Some documents may be password protected. Passwords can be retrieved by logging in to walled-garden.com and visiting the Administration section of the relevant qualification catalogue page.

      Interested in delivering this qualification?

      Find out more about how to become an approved City & Guilds centre or fill out our online customer application form. 

      3748 Entry 1

      Assessment materials

      Live Assessments English

      Cookery Show

      Customer Services

      Fairer Trade

      Fire Safety

      The Party

      Live Assessments Maths

      Cinema

      Ice Skating

      Making Chocolates

      Online Shopping

      Study Centre

      Refreshed Live Assessments ICT

      Online Games

      Party Bus

      Snack Shack

      Sweet Shop

      Sample Assessments English

      Dance

      Litter

      Lunch

      Passports

      Sample Assessments ICT

      Car Boot Sale

      Garden Plants

      Lost Dog

      Sample Assessments Maths

      Cakes For sale

      Eating Out

      Shopping

      Simply Snack

      Takeaway Meal

      Using The Lift

      Speaking and Listening and Communication

      3748 Entry 2

      Assessment materials

      Live Assessments English

      Camping

      Carnival

      Customer Service

      Fairer Trade

      Fire Safety

      Food Safety

      Solar Power

      Live Assessments Maths

      Hobbies

      New Job In Construction

      Online Shopping

      Planting Seeds

      Sending Items By Post

      Refreshed Live Assessments ICT

      Online Games

      Party Bus

      Snack Shack

      Sweet Shop

      Sample Assessments English

      Air Show

      Balloon Ride

      Carnival Fairer Trade Reading

      Carnival Fairer Trade Writing

      Lunch

      Water

      Sample Assessments ICT

      Car Boot Sale

      Garden Plants

      Lost Dog

      Sample Assessments Maths

      Having Friends Round

      Holidays

      Museum Visit

      Takeaway Meal

      Speaking and Listening and Communication

      Worked Examples

      3748 Entry 3

      Assessment materials

      Live Assessments English

      Cinema

      Customer Service

      DIY

      Fire Safety

      Food Safety

      Litter

      The Party

      Live Assessments Maths

      Cake Sale

      Garden Centre

      Hobbies

      Online Shopping

      Planning A Party

      Working In A Garage

      Refreshed Live Assessments ICT

      Online Games

      Party Bus

      Snack Shack

      Sweet Shop

      Sample Assessments English

      Balloon Ride

      Money

      Passports

      Water

      Sample Assessments ICT

      Car Boot Sale

      Garden Plants

      Lost Dog

      Sample Assessments Maths

      Bedroom

      Cinema Trip

      Ice Skating

      Running A Car

      Video Games

      Speaking and Listening and Communication

      3748 Level 1

      Assessment materials

      FS ICT Data Files

      FS ICT sample assessments - modified

      Functional Skills English

      Examiner Reports

      Reading

      Speaking and Listening

      Writing

      Functional Skills ICT

      Sample Assessments

      Functional Skills Mathematics

      Examiner Reports

      Samples

      Worked Examples

      3748 Level 2

      Assessment materials

      FS ICT Data Files

      Functional Skills English

      Examiner Reports