Functional+Skills+in+Diplomas

=**The role of Functional Skills in Diplomas**=

Functional skills are a //mandatory// component of the Diplomas.

They form part of the //generic learning// component but learners will have opportunities to develop and apply functional skills across the Diploma curriculum. Awarding bodies will provide guidance on the full range of opportunities for developing and applying functional skills. This will help centres to integrate functional skills and help learners to plan and review their achievements.

It remains a requirement for those taking a diploma to achieve functional skills at the following levels:
 * **Diploma level** || **Functional Skills required** ||
 * Foundation || English, Maths and ICT. All at Level 1 ||
 * Intermediate || English, Maths and ICT. All at Level 2 ||
 * Advanced || English, Maths and ICT. All at Level 2 ||

Functional skills will be tested via free standing assessments in each of English, Maths and ICT.