Functional Maths - All Levels: Site Joseph Wright Centre

Course Content: This course is available at all levels. You will receive guidance on which level is the most appropriate for you. The course will cover: handling large numbers and calculation skills – for when there’s no calculator to hand calculating using fractions, percentages and decimals – to help you handle money measuring perimeters and areas, working out sizes of objects or spaces - for all those DIY and gardening jobs reading and interpreting tables, graphs, charts and other numerical data - to ensure you do not get misled by statistics calculating simple probability how to use a calculator and to check your answers. You will get the chance to apply these maths skills in a wide variety of situations and will gain experience in using maths when making decisions and explaining the reasons behind these decisions. How will I be assessed? At the start of the course, you will be assessed to find out what you need to learn. You will then agree an individual learning plan appropriate to your situation and needs. You will be assessed informally throughout the course to check on your progress. At the end of the course, you will complete an assessment to gain the Functional Maths qualification. This consists of either a written or online test. Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required? There is no fee for Functional Maths courses up to and including Level 2. What can I do after this course? What you do next is up to you: Use the skills you learn in work, study or everyday life Gain a qualification Continue on the course to improve your skills further