Functional Skills Digital L1
Level 1 Digital Skills Qualification
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PassNova offers free Functional Skills Digital Level 1 practice — questions on using devices and handling information, creating and editing, communicating, transacting online and staying safe online, each with a clear explanation. Digital Functional Skills qualifications were introduced from August 2023 to replace Functional Skills ICT, and run at Entry Level 3 and Level 1 only. PassNova's 190 questions with 6 timed mock tests follow the DfE's five skills areas — 100% free, no sign-up.
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Where this qualification is required
The government's Essential Digital Skills framework covers the digital skills needed for life and work.
Admin assistant
Standard employer requirementNational Careers Service: you need to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently.
National Careers ServiceCustomer service assistant
Standard employer requirementNational Careers Service: you need to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently.
National Careers ServiceAny role needing workplace digital skills
Standard employer requirementThe DfE framework sets out five categories of essential digital skills for life and work.
gov.ukRequirements are checked against the National Careers Service, the relevant regulator or the awarding body — follow each source for the current rules.
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Timed practice tests
6 timed practice tests
Sit a timed 25-question practice test (25 minutes), then review every answer with its explanation.
Free to practiseExam Papers
Two timed 30-question scenario-based practice papers across the five digital skill areas, with exclusive questions and an indicative pass / fail. Real Digital Functional Skills Level 1 assessments are set by each awarding body and include practical on-screen tasks, so treat this as an estimate, not an official figure.
The pass mark is PassNova’s indicative estimate, not an official figure.
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Where the real exam comes from
PassNova is independent practice — you sit the official Functional Skills Digital L1 with the body that runs it.
ℹ️ Functional Skills are sat at an approved centre — find one via an awarding body below.
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Functional Skills Digital L1: your questions answered
Is there a Functional Skills Digital Level 2?
No. Digital Functional Skills qualifications are available at Entry Level 3 and Level 1 only. PassNova's Essential Digital Skills beyond Level 1 course is free practice for after Level 1, but it is not a Functional Skills qualification.
What does Functional Skills Digital Level 1 cover?
The DfE subject content has five skills areas: using devices and handling information; creating and editing; communicating; transacting; and being safe and responsible online. Assessments use realistic workplace and everyday tasks that link the skills areas together.
Who awards Functional Skills Digital?
Several awarding bodies, including City & Guilds and Pearson Edexcel, offer Digital Functional Skills at Entry Level 3 and Level 1. You sit the assessment through an approved centre or college.
Where is Functional Skills Digital L1 required or accepted?
The government's Essential Digital Skills framework covers the digital skills needed for life and work. Admin assistant: National Careers Service: you need to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently. Customer service assistant: National Careers Service: you need to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently. Any role needing workplace digital skills: The DfE framework sets out five categories of essential digital skills for life and work.
Is PassNova's Functional Skills Digital L1 practice free?
Yes — Functional Skills Digital L1 practice on PassNova is 100% free. There's no paywall and no sign-up needed to start (Premium adds timed exam papers of 30 questions in 60 minutes). A free account is optional and only saves your progress and badges.
Do I need an account or have to pay?
No. You can start practising Functional Skills Digital L1 instantly with no account, no email and no card. 104 courses are fully free; every Premium question bank has a free 15-question taster.
How many Functional Skills Digital L1 practice questions does PassNova have?
PassNova has 190 exam-style Functional Skills Digital L1 questions and 6 timed 25-question practice tests, each with a clear explanation, plus topic-by-topic study mode.
Is the Functional Skills Digital L1 practice up to date for 2026?
Yes — PassNova's Functional Skills Digital L1 question bank is reviewed and kept current for 2026.
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