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Content

The aim of the English Functional Skills standards is to encourage learners to demonstrate their speaking, listening and communication, reading and writing skills in a range of contexts and for various purposes.

They are essentially concerned with developing and recognising the ability of learners to apply and transfer skills in ways that are appropriate to their situation.

Course Outline:

Units:

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Speaking, Listening and Communication

Assessment:

The EDI Functional Skills qualification in English is assessed via task based assessments completed in controlled conditions. Each assessment requires learners to complete problem-solving tasks, related to ‘real life’ contexts.

Award:

Candidates who successfully complete the required units/credits will be awarded with the EDI Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry Level 1/2

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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The establishment of the College in the last year has been very exciting, and the ideal central location within the city with state-of-the-art facilities, ensures that our students have a spacious and versatile learning environment.

Limerick City College is housed within a modern facility which houses the library and learning resource centre, a ten terminal internet laboratory and state-of-the-art classrooms. There are a number of recreational facilities within walking distance as well as cafes and on-campus refreshments and common room facilities.

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