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#1 ESOL Provider
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Multi-Award Winning Charity
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Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
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Established in 1975
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Dedicated Customer Support Team
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Leading Access Validating Agency
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Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA
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#1 ESOL Provider
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Multi-Award Winning Charity
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Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
-
Established in 1975
-
Dedicated Customer Support Team
-
Leading Access Validating Agency
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Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA
-
#1 ESOL Provider
-
Multi-Award Winning Charity
-
Supporting Over 200k Learners A Year
-
Established in 1975
-
Dedicated Customer Support Team
-
Leading Access Validating Agency
-
Recognised by Ofqual, QAA and CCEA
Qualification Suite
NI English and Maths Skills
Qualification Level
Level 1
Guided Learning Hours
60
Total Qualification Time
60
Regulation Number
610/6399/X
Ascentis Level 1 Extended Award in Mathematical Skills
Qualification Overview
The Ascentis Level 1 Extended Award in Mathematical Skills is an ideal qualification for adults and young people wishing to develop their mathematical skills at Level 1. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding Numbers | L1 | 2 | 20 | R/503/3166 |
| Using Calculations: Addition and Subtraction of Whole Numbers | L1 | 1 | 10 | J/503/3259 |
| Using Calculations: Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers | L1 | 2 | 20 | F/503/3356 |
| Understanding and Using Fractions | L1 | 2 | 20 | Y/503/3170 |
| Understanding and Using Decimals | L1 | 2 | 20 | R/503/3278 |
| Understanding and Using Percentages | L1 | 2 | 20 | D/503/3252 |
| Measure: Time and Temperature | L1 | 2 | 20 | D/505/4022 |
| Understanding Length, Weight and Capacity | L1 | 1 | 10 | L/503/3277 |
| Understanding Perimeter and Area | L1 | 1 | 10 | J/503/3276 |
| Understanding Volume | L1 | 1 | 10 | F/503/3258 |
| Understanding and Using 2D Shapes | L1 | 1 | 10 | H/503/3169 |
| Handling Data | L1 | 2 | 20 | A/503/3291 |
| Data Calculations | L1 | 1 | 10 | K/503/3044 |
| Probability | L1 | 1 | 10 | Y/503/3282 |
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