If you need Functional Skills Level 2 for a job, a university course, an apprenticeship or a nursing application, one of the first questions is simple: how much will it cost? The honest answer is that it depends on what you need. Some people only need to book the exam. Others want a mock first, a short revision course, or live lessons before they sit it.
This guide sets out exactly what you pay at Functify Learning in 2026, what is included, and how to choose the cheapest route that still gets you a pass.
How much does a Functional Skills Level 2 exam cost?
At Functify Learning, a Functional Skills Level 2 exam costs:
- ✓ English Level 2 exam: £160
- ✓ Maths Level 2 exam: £160
- ✓ English and maths together: £250, instead of £320 booked separately
These are Ofqual regulated qualifications awarded by Highfield, and Functify Learning is a Highfield Approved Centre. The certificate you receive is the same nationally recognised Level 2 qualification you would get from any approved centre.
What is included in the exam price?
When you book with us, your exam fee covers:
- ✓ Sitting the exam online from home. No travelling to a test centre and no taking a day off work.
- ✓ Technical setup support before your exam, so you know your laptop, camera and connection are ready.
- ✓ Your exam booked within 5 days, with flexible scheduling.
- ✓ Your certificate, usually within 10 days of your result.
For English, the qualification has three parts: reading, writing, and speaking, listening and communicating. For maths, you sit one exam that covers number, measures, shape and space, and handling data, with calculator and non calculator sections.
Do you need a mock exam first?
A mock costs £35 per subject. It is not compulsory, but it is the cheapest insurance you can buy. A mock tells you whether you are ready now or whether you need a little more work, before you spend £160 on the real exam.
If you are not sure where you stand, start with our free Functional Skills pass quiz at quiz.functifylearning.co.uk. It takes a few minutes and gives you a sense of whether to book the exam straight away or revise first.
Revision courses: from £19.99
If you are close to ready but rusty, our 5 Day Revision Courses are the fastest way to get exam ready. They start from £19.99, are self paced, and give you instant access.
- ✓ Maths 5 Day Revision Course: covers the Big 5 topics that come up again and again
- ✓ English 5 Day Revision Course: covers reading, writing, and speaking and listening, with past papers
Most people work through the course in the evenings across one week and then book the exam.
Live 10 week courses: from £197 per subject
If it has been years since you studied English or maths, or you have failed before, a live course is usually the better investment. Our 10 Week Courses start from £197 per subject and include:
- ✓ Live online lessons with an experienced tutor
- ✓ A maximum of 10 learners in a group, so you can ask questions
- ✓ A mock exam included
You can see current dates and times, including daytime, Saturday and evening groups, on our courses page. If you want everything in one place, the Complete Exam and 10 Week Course bundle for English and maths is our best value option.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Klarna is available at checkout on orders of more than £35, so you can spread the cost of your exam or course rather than paying in one go.
Can I get Functional Skills for free?
Possibly. In England, adults aged 19 or older who do not already have English or maths at Level 2 can often study Functional Skills free of charge at a local college or adult education service through government funding. It is well worth checking.
The trade off is usually time. Funded courses tend to follow a college timetable, run for a full term or academic year, and may have waiting lists or fixed start dates. If you need your certificate quickly for a job offer, a university place or a course deadline, booking privately is often the faster route. Many of our learners come to us because they cannot wait until the next college intake.
Which route is cheapest for you?
Here is the simple way to decide:
- You are confident and just need the certificate: book the exam only. £160 for one subject or £250 for both.
- You are fairly confident but want to be sure: take the free pass quiz, then a £35 mock, then book the exam.
- You are rusty: a 5 Day Revision Course from £19.99, then the exam.
- You have been out of education for years or failed before: a 10 Week Course from £197, which includes a mock, then the exam.
The most expensive route is the one where you sit the exam before you are ready and have to pay to sit it again. Spending a little on preparation first almost always costs less overall.
How to book your Functional Skills exam
- Go to our Book Exam page.
- Choose English, maths, or both.
- Pay securely online, with Klarna available on orders of more than £35.
- We contact you to arrange your exam date, usually within 5 days.
- Sit your exam online from home, with setup support beforehand.
Not sure which one you need? Message us on WhatsApp and we will point you in the right direction.
Why learners choose Functify Learning
- ✓ Highfield Approved Centre for Ofqual regulated Functional Skills qualifications
- ✓ Exams online from home, booked within 5 days
- ✓ Small live groups of no more than 10 learners
- ✓ Part of Geek School Tutoring, which has taught more than 1,000 students since 2013
Functional Skills Level 2 cost: frequently asked questions
How much is a Functional Skills Level 2 exam in 2026?
At Functify Learning, each Level 2 exam costs £160, or £250 for English and maths booked together.
Is the Functional Skills exam cheaper than a GCSE resit?
Often, yes, especially for adults. A GCSE resit usually means waiting for the summer or November exam series and sitting at an exam centre. Functional Skills can be booked within days and sat online from home.
How much does a Functional Skills mock exam cost?
A mock costs £35 per subject.
Can I sit Functional Skills Level 2 online from home?
Yes. You sit the exam online from home, and we help you set up your equipment before the day.
How long does it take to get my certificate?
Your certificate usually arrives within 10 days of your result.
Can I pay for my Functional Skills exam in instalments?
Yes. Klarna is available at checkout on orders of more than £35.
Is Functional Skills Level 2 accepted instead of GCSE?
Functional Skills Level 2 is a Level 2 qualification, the same level as a GCSE at grades 4 to 9, and many employers, apprenticeships and universities accept it in place of GCSE grade 4. Acceptance varies, so always check the entry requirements for your specific job or course before you book.
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