AELP Workshop


Preparing to Implement the Functional Skills Reforms – Level 1 and Level 2

This workshop is being delivered again due to popular demand

Thursday, 25 April 2019
Radisson Blu Hotel, Birmingham

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Overview

This one day workshop will provide a sound overview of the differences between the current (legacy) Functional Skills English and maths and the reformed Functional Skills English and maths at Levels 1 and 2 and consider the transitional requirements.

Activities will allow time to reflect on any changes needed within your organisation and start to formulate a transitional plan for a smooth implementation in September 2019.

The workshop is aimed at practitioners delivering, or managers supporting, the implementation of the reformed Functional Skills English and mathematics qualifications.

The workshop will focus on:
  • establishing the differences between the legacy Level 1 and 2 English and mathematics Functional Skills and the reformed Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications;
  • identifying areas of increased challenge for learners and staff delivering the reforms;
  • review of resources that support the new delivery requirements;
  • planning for implementation and impact on resource and programme development;
  • planning for transitional requirements of the legacy qualifications and increased quality assurance for the revised versions.
Target Audience

Any provider – ITP/ College/ Employer Provider/ Adult and Community/Secure Estate etc. - delivering Functional Skills English and mathematics at Level 1 and Level 2, either as standalone qualifications, or as part of an Apprenticeship Programme, Traineeship or Study Programme.

Background

The reformed Functional Skills English and mathematics, developed to allow continued parity with the reformed 9-1 GCSE’s in English and mathematics, will be introduced in September 2019. To retain parity with the 9-1 GCSEs additional stretch and challenge has been introduced. Some of the more significant adjustments are at Entry, so appear to be minimal for Level 1 and Level 2, but the impact will still be significant due to the aggregation of skills through all levels. From September 1st 2019, any learner who is registered for the reformed Level 1 and Level 2 English and mathematics Functional Skills qualifications, will automatically be expected to have the required competence and understanding of Entry 1, 2 and 3 requirements. As a result when supporting learners to successfully achieve the outcomes, this must be taken into consideration to minimise the negative impact on first time pass and overall success rates.

It is expected that Ofsted will look favourably on organisations that develop and implement plans to transition from the legacy Functional Skills because this will show strong leadership and management in support of the learner experience and demonstrate that learners are at the centre of programme planning and execution for these core subjects.

Please note that the content of this workshop focuses on the qualification requirements and the teaching and expectations for learner competence at final assessment and does not relate to any specific assessment methodology, this will vary and be determined by the various awarding organisations approved by Ofqual to offer the reformed Functional Skills.

Feedback from the previous Functional Skills Reforms workshop:

"It was very helpful being able to talk to someone who actually knows the answer. Christine was well informed and well prepared."

"Really enjoyed the event. I found it very beneficial sharing ideas and thoughts with others. I feel I now have a better understanding of the reforms and how this is different from the 'legacy' functional skills. Has helped me consider what we need to change and plan."

"Excellent day covering a multitude of information to help me cascade relevant info to senior management and managers and to understand what is required for the company going forward successfully."

"Enjoyable course - gained valuable info on new element of functional skills English and math."

"Really liked the pace of the day and the structure of the day. I picked up some tips to take away that are really useful."