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Course overview
During the supportive 51 hour Entry Level Functional Skills in Mathematics course, you will become confident in the use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills to help within the modern world. In addition, you will understand how to apply your learnt knowledge and skills to solve mathematical problems or to carry out simple tasks. The course will support you with:• Using numbers and number system, such as working with whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Using common Measures, shapes and space
• Handling information and data
You will be supported throughout your journey on the Functional Skills course by your tutor, but it is really important you have a real commitment to achieving the qualification. Whilst studying, you will be expected to attend weekly 3 hour lessons and complete an additional 6 hours of weekly self-study learning through homework and online resources made available to you by your tutor. The course will include two externally set formal exams.
What else do I need to know?
Please note that courses run subject to minimum viable class sizes. Please note there may be additional costs for books, materials or other expenses.What are the entry requirements?
Our Getting to Grips with Maths is intended for students who have not achieved a maths qualification before, would like to start from the beginning and achieve a maths qualification by the end of the course.
Prior to the start of the course starting you will be invited to attend an interview with a member of staff, during the interview you will complete an online initial and paper based assessment, both of which will be used to assess your numeracy skills and the level of course suitable for your needs .
For the duration of the first 4 weeks, you are enrolled on an intro to Functional Skills maths and will be taught the essential skills to help you progress on to the main Entry level Functional Skill qualification. At the end of the 4 weeks, you will complete a progress assessment and receive a 1 to 1 with your tutor to discuss which qualification is suitable to support your needs.
Prior to the start of the course starting you will be invited to attend an interview with a member of staff, during the interview you will complete an online initial and paper based assessment, both of which will be used to assess your numeracy skills and the level of course suitable for your needs .
For the duration of the first 4 weeks, you are enrolled on an intro to Functional Skills maths and will be taught the essential skills to help you progress on to the main Entry level Functional Skill qualification. At the end of the 4 weeks, you will complete a progress assessment and receive a 1 to 1 with your tutor to discuss which qualification is suitable to support your needs.
How is it assessed?
You will be assessed by two externally set formal examinations at an appropriate time in the course when your tutor feels you have made enough progress. In addition to the external examinations, you will undertake assessments every 4 weeks to help you prepare for the exam and to monitor your progress. Your tutor will provide you with regular feedback throughout the course and will always be on hand if you need help.
What financial support is on offer?
A range of financial support may be available for adult students to help towards the cost of your fees, equipment, childcare and/or other expenses while studying, depending on your personal circumstances and the course you are studying. For full details please visit www.nscg.ac.uk/finance
What can I do next?
You can progress through the Functional Skills levels to help you develop more confidence with maths.
How do I find out more?
For further information, please contact Joanne Petitt on 01782 254289.
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