Final registration date for ALAN
Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy (ALAN) qualifications at Level 1 and 2 only are coming to an end from August 2012.
The final date for registering learners for ALAN at Level 1-2 was 31 August 2012.
The final date for certification of ALAN at Level 1-2 is 31 August 2014.
Our Entry Level ALAN qualifications have been extended until 31 August 2013.
ALAN has gradually been replaced with functional skills to provide a clear path for achievement at Entry Level 1 through to Level 2, in English, maths and ICT.
Please note: this is for UK centres only. For international centres please visit our international ALAN pages.
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The Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy qualifications are sometimes referred to as Adult Basic Skills, but can be taken by learners of any age. They are available at:
Entry Levels 1-3
Levels 1-2
At Levels 1 and 2, the National Tests in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are at the same level as a GCSE.
Download our ALAN brochure for more information.
Support Services
Onscreen TestingAdult Literacy and Adult Numeracy qualifications at Levels 1 and 2 and Entry Level 3 are available as onscreen multiple-choice tests. Read more about Onscreen Testing.