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Do you want to build your confidence with numbers and everyday maths? This course is designed to help you develop essential skills in number, measure, shape & space and handling data. You'll work towards a nationally recognised Level 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification. This course is perfect for anyone looking to improve their maths skills for work, further study, or everyday life. We'll provide a supportive environment to help you succeed.
Course Content
This course covers:
NUMBER
Read, write, order and compare numbers up to 20
Use whole numbers to count up to 20 items including zero
Add numbers which total up to 20, and subtract numbers from numbers up to 20
Recognise and interpret the symbols +, - and = appropriately
MEASURE SHAPE AND SPACE
Recognise coins and notes and write them in numbers with the correct symbols (£ & p), where these involve numbers up to 20
Read 12-hour digital and analogue clocks in hours
Know the number of days in a week, months, and seasons in a year. Be able to name and sequence
Describe and make comparisons in words between measures of items including size, length, width, height, weight and capacity
Identify and recognise common 2-D and 3-D shapes including circle, cube, rectangle (including square) and triangle
Use everyday positional vocabulary to describe position and direction including left, right, in front, behind, under and above
HANDLING DATA
Read numerical information from lists
Sort and classify objects using a single criterion
Read and draw simple charts and diagrams including a tally chart, block diagram/graph
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.
You need to be working toward Entry Level 1 Maths to join this course.
You will need to sit a computer-based initial assessment to show your current maths level.
First Class Requirements
You are expected to have an A4 writing pad, a ring-binder or folders as well as pencils, a rubber, a 3cm ruler and a highlighter pen. You will also need a calculator.
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed through an exam at the College. You'll have one exam sitting and the option of two re-sits if needed. Passing Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 1 allows you to progress to Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths.
Additional Information
This course requires a significant commitment from you. If you're willing to commit to the course and the college, we will fully support you. You'll need an A4 writing pad, a ring-binder or folders, pencils, a rubber, a 30cm ruler, and a highlighter pen. You will also need a calculator. Expect to spend at least 3 to 4 hours per week on homework.
