Qualification Suite
NI English and Maths Skills
Qualification Level
Entry 2
Guided Learning Hours
60
Total Qualification Time
60
Regulation Number
610/6407/5
Ascentis Entry 2 Extended Award in Mathematical Skills
Qualification Overview
Unit Breakdown
Qualification Overview
The Ascentis Entry 2 Extended Award in Mathematical Skills is an ideal qualification for adults and young people wishing to develop their mathematical skills at Entry Level. They are intended to aid progression to further study. The units have been designed to ‘bridge the gap’ in learners’ mathematical knowledge thus focusing on developing confidence and ability.
Aims
The aim of this qualification is to enable learners:
- To gain underpinning mathematical skills
- To bridge the gap in their mathematical knowledge
- To progress onto further qualifications
- To develop the skills required to move into the world of work or work-based learning
Target Group
This qualification is aimed at a range of learners, including:
- Adults who wish to develop and demonstrate their skills in Mathematics
- Young people aged 14–19 who wish to develop and demonstrate their skills in some aspects of Mathematics
Assessment
Assessment is through an Ascentis designed assessment. This must be conducted in centres under supervised conditions.
Unit Breakdown
| Title | Level | Credit Value | GLH | Unit Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Numbers | E2 | 2 | 20 | L/505/7224 |
| Addition of Whole Numbers | E2 | 1 | 10 | J/505/6024 |
| Subtraction of Whole Numbers | E2 | 1 | 10 | H/505/6032 |
| Multiplication of Whole Numbers | E2 | 1 | 10 | K/505/6016 |
| Developing and Applying Fraction Skills | E2 | 1 | 10 | T/505/6021 |
| Understanding and Using Money | E2 | 2 | 20 | A/505/6022 |
| Understanding Time | E2 | 1 | 10 | F/505/6023 |
| Measure: Length | E2 | 1 | 10 | K/505/6033 |
| Understanding Measure: Weight, Capacity and Temperature | E2 | 2 | 20 | M/505/6034 |
| Understanding Shape and Space | E2 | 1 | 10 | K/505/6064 |
| Data Handling: Extracting and Sorting Data | E2 | 2 | 20 | M/505/6065 |
| Data Handling: Collecting and Representing Data | E2 | 2 | 20 | J/505/6069 |


