Training providers are still making a loss on functional skills qualifications even after this month’s funding boost, according to a new report.
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) said historic underfunding of functional skills qualifications (FSQs) has led to larger class sizes, increased online delivery and higher entry requirements for apprenticeships.
FSQs have got “harder to pass,” are “no longer in line with their vocational intent,” and “have now become unviable,” today’s report asserts.
Funding for functional skills in apprenticeships was increased significantly for new learners this month.
