NCFE Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics
Ref:
603/5057/X
Sector:
Preparation for Life and Work
Features:
Learning Resources Available, Functional Skills
Registration & certification fee:
£17.50
Level:
Entry Level 1
Minimum entry age:
Pre-16
GLH:
55
TQT:
61
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About this qualification:
The purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics Entry Level qualifications are to demonstrate a sound grasp of the underpinning skills and basics of mathematical skills appropriate to the level, and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations.
Who is it suitable for?
For learners looking to become confident in their use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills.
Functional Skills qualifications support learners to demonstrate their understanding by applying their knowledge and skills to solve simple mathematical problems or carry out simple tasks.
Entry requirements
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification and no minimum age requirement has been set for registration.
Qualification structure:
The controlled assessment is divided into 2 sections:
• Section A: The non-calculator section
• Section B: The calculator section
Useful Links
Regulations for the Conduct of Controlled Assessment
Qualification Specific Instructions for Delivery (QSID)
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy
Direct Claim Status (DCS)
Contextualised Assessment Request Form
CPD Training and Events
Diagnostic and Assessment Tools
Department for Education Subject Content for Maths
Support materials
Qualification specification (PDF | 905 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 413 KB)
Entry Level Functional Skills Maths qualification factsheet (PDF | 117 KB)
Functional Skills mapping document - Entry Level 1 Maths (PDF | 189 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 9 2020/2021 (ZIP | 1216 KB)
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 10 2020/2021 (ZIP | 2520 KB)
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 11 2020/2021 (ZIP | 1618 KB)
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 12 2020/2021 (ZIP | 1041 KB)
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 13 2020/2021 (ZIP | 1904 KB)
Past paper controlled assessment Entry Level 1 Mathematics pack 14 2020/2021 (ZIP | 3016 KB)
Assessor instructions (PDF | 208 KB)
Assessor standardisation instructions - Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Mathematics (DOCX | 2106 KB)
Assessment topics (PDF | 43 KB)
NCFE Functional Skills Controlled Assessment Tracking Document (XLSX | 29 KB)
Teaching materials
Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry Level 1) Learner Checklists
These learners checklists cover entry level 1 maths for functional skills.
Free
Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry Level 1) Resources
Bespoke resources including learner activity question and answer worksheets, engaging PowerPoint presentations and explanatory videos.
£96.00
Functional Skills Mathematics (Entry Level 1) Scheme of Work
An exemplary scheme of work that defines the structure and overview of the content for the Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics.
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Functional Skills Mathematics Glossary
A non-exhaustive list of terms that could be used on NCFE Functional Skills Mathematics assessments.
Free
Unit breakdown
Mathematics