Written question asked by Stephen O'Brien (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 November 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 November 2005. It was answered by Bill Rammell (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 November 2005 on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills.

Skills for Life Qualifications

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what grading levels will be used for Skills for Life qualifications.

Answer: Skills for Life qualifications in Literacy, Numeracy and ESOL have been in place since 2001. They are available at Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3 and at Levels 1 and 2. Awards can be made at each level, for each subject. They are all awarded on a simple pass or fail basis.Literacy and Numeracy Entry Levels 1 to 3 are assessed through coursework and at Levels 1 and 2 through external national tests which can be accessed on a ‘when ready' basis and through e-assessment as well as on paper. Candidates can be given feedback on their performance to support their further learning.

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