There are GCSE equivalents that exist that are accepted by colleges, universities and employers. The most widely recognised GCSE equivalents are the functional skills qualifications which are still going ahead in 2021.
The functional skills maths level 2 qualification is often taken as it is the most popular GCSE maths equivalent. As functional skills are more contextualised, those people who often struggle with abstract concepts like algebra often perform better in functional skills exams as they are more about maths in real life settings and situations. The MME service enables learners to work through the course before taking an Ofqual regulated functional skills maths online exam.
The GCSE English equivalent is functional skills English level 2 qualification. The English exam consists of 3 sections; reading, writing and SLC (speaking, listening and communicating). These sections are added together to complete the qualification. Similar to maths, the functional skills English level 2 online exam has become very popular as learners can take this from home.For those based in Leeds, getting to a test centre may be tricky but fortunately MME is one of few providers who are authorised to invigilate exams online which enables learners to take the exam at home.
To enrol on a functional skills course, or to book an exam, contact MME on 020 3633 5145. Alternatively, pay a visit to MMEs site and use the code mumbler10 for 10% off all revision materials and exams!
