Ascentis Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics

Qualification Overview

Functional Skills Mathematics qualifications at Levels 1 and 2 should:

• Indicate that learners can demonstrate their ability in mathematical skills and their ability to apply these, through appropriate reasoning and decision making, to solve realistic problems of increasing complexity
• Introduce learners to new areas of life and work so that they are exposed to concepts and problems which, while not of immediate concern, may be of value in later life
• Enable learners to develop an appreciation of the role played by mathematics in the world of work and in life generally

Aims

The aims of the qualifications are to:

• Promote the development of mathematical skills to embed their importance as an evolving life skill
• Prepare learners to use mathematical skills in a broad range of familiar and working contexts
• Reward achievement for the mathematical skills learners have developed

Target Group

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners including young people aged 14–19 and adult learners wishing to develop and demonstrate their skills in mathematics. The assessment tasks have been designed so that the contexts are applicable to both young people aged 14–19 and adult learners.

Assessment Method

The Ascentis Functional Skills Mathematics qualifications at Level 1 and Level 2 are assessed through externally set assessments (delivered online through the Surpass platform) and externally marked and verified by Ascentis.