Functional Skills Maths: Skills for Life and Work Entry 1 - Level 2

<p>In your class, depending on your level, you will:</p>

<ul>
<li>Revise the basics of Maths including how to work with fractions, decimals and percentages</li>
<li>Use metric measures in everyday situations</li>
<li>Learn how to collect and sort numerical information</li>
<li>Work on problem solving skills</li>
<li>Complete classroom and homework activities to prepare you for your assessment</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>This is a course leading to a qualification.</strong> This course is paid for by public funding and you will be required to complete recognised Maths Assessments. We will also, where appropriate, help you to improve other skills such as English, ICT and skills needed for employability.</p>

<p>What learners say about our courses: <q>I have had a great experience on this course and found a new love for maths.</q> <q>Enjoyed it very much. Everyone was helpful and helped me understand when I got something wrong.</q> <q>Brilliant support from tutor and helpers on the course. Passing this course will enable me to go on to further study.</q> <q>I learned new skills to apply to work and everyday life.</q> <q>The staff have been very accommodating to support my learning needs.</q></p>

<p>You will be required to participate in an Admission Session to attend this course. Click on the Book Admissions session button on the following webpage: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/subjects/maths/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/subjects/maths/</a>. Many courses start in September, but we enrol learners at set times throughout the year. Please visit our website for further details or telephone our team on 01202 123444 who will advise you on how to apply. For term dates please refer to <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates</a>.</p>

<p>This is an accredited course. You will work towards an exam. If completing a qualification at Entry Level 1 to Entry Level 3, your work will be marked and internally quality assured. Level 1 and 2 Functional Skills exams are set and marked externally. If successful you will receive a nationally recognised certificate. With your tutor you will agree goals for you to work on in class and this will be reviewed at regular intervals.</p>

<p>This course is for you if:</p>

<ul>
<li>You want to gain a qualification</li>
<li>You want to attend a small, friendly class and work at your own pace and level</li>
<li>You want to be more confident using Maths to do simple familiar tasks in a practical way</li>
<li>You can attend every week and complete home study tasks between sessions</li>
</ul>

<p>You do not need any previous experience or qualifications in Maths to attend this course. <strong>IMPORTANT - You will be expected to attend regularly from the first session and complete any homework given. If you do not attend you may be withdrawn from the course.</strong> You should consider your readiness to commit to study and we have a study support toolbox to help you with this: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/</a></p>

<p>You will need an A4 folder, pen and paper, ruler and a calculator. <strong>The course is Government funded so there is no cost for the course. PLEASE NOTE - You will be charged an exam fee of £30 if you fail to turn up for an exam.</strong></p>

<p>When you have completed a qualification you may be able to progress to the next level or an English or IT course. When you have completed a Level 2 qualification, you will be able to consider joining a GCSE course. Up to date English and maths Functional Skills and Essential Digital Skills qualifications can help you progress at work or into further or higher education. Other courses may be offered by Skills & Learning or other local providers. There are a range of courses available to help the development of skills for work. There are a variety of e-learning courses that can be started at any time of the year. For more details visit our website <a href="http://www.skillsandlearningace.com/">www.skillsandlearningace.com</a></p>

<p>Skills & Learning work with local employers to offer Sector Based Work Academy Programmes. Your tutor may also be able to discuss the possible next step options with you. You may like to talk with a Careers Adviser about other courses. General careers advice and guidance can be provided by the National Careers Service <a href="https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/">https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk</a> For further information please contact us on 01202 123444.</p><p>Need support planning your next steps? Our experienced Careers Advisors at Skills &amp; Learning can offer personalised guidance on choosing the right course, exploring career paths, developing interview skills, updating your CV and much more. Book a FREE appointment today and get the support you need to achieve your goals. Visit: <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/" target="_blank">https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/</a>. Call us at 01202 123444 for more information.</p>

<p><strong>English, maths and computing skills:</strong> all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.<br />
<strong>Refunds:</strong> please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions</a> or in our brochure.<br />
<strong>Attendance:</strong> before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.<br />
<strong>Places on courses:</strong> many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.<br />
<strong>Fully funded learners:</strong> if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.<br />
<strong>Home study:</strong> you will be required to do significant study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.<br />
<strong>Qualification Levels:</strong> there is further information about qualification levels on our website.<br />
<strong>Proof of identity:</strong> please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.<br />
<strong>Off-site activities:</strong> with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.<br />
<strong>Parking at centres:</strong> parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Refreshments:</strong> tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/</a>.<br />
<strong>Unspent Criminal Convictions</strong> we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to <a href="https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions/">www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions</a>.<br />
If you have any <strong>accessibility or disability issues</strong> that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail <a href="mailto:enquiries@salbcp.com">enquiries@salbcp.com</a>. All enquiries are treated in confidence.</p>