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NCFE Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics
Ref:
603/5055/6
Sector:
Preparation for Life and Work
Features:
Learning Resources Available, Functional Skills
Registration & certification fee:
£17.50
Level:
Level 1
Minimum entry age:
Pre-16
GLH:
55
TQT:
66
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About this qualification:
The purpose of the Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1 qualification is to demonstrate both mathematical skills at the appropriate level and the ability to apply mathematical thinking effectively to solve problems successfully in the workplace and in other real life situations.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners studying the following:
• Apprenticeships
• Traineeships
• Alternative to GCSE
• T-Levels
• As a standalone qualification
Entry requirements:
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification and no minimum age requirement has been set for registration.
Qualification structure:
This qualification has one external assessment divided into 2 sections.
• Section A: The non-calculator section
• Section B: The calculator section
Online assessment:
Online assessment is available for this qualification, and live online assessments are now bookable. Please visit our Online Assessment page for further information.
Remote invigilation:
Learners are now able to complete online/onscreen external assessments at home using our remote invigilation solution. Also referred to as remote proctoring, remote invigilation allows a learner to be observed via audio and visual links when completing their online/onscreen external assessment at home.
NCFE offers a remote invigilation solution for all our Level 1 & 2 Functional Skills external assessments. Find out how to get approval here.
Useful links:
JCQ Instructions and Booking Document
Qualification Specific Instructions for Delivery (QSID)
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy
CPD Training and Events
Diagnostic and Assessment Tools
Department for Education Subject Content for Maths
Support materials
Mandatory qualification information
Qualification specification (PDF | 346 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 392 KB)
Functional Skills invigilation changes (PDF | 101 KB)
Additional qualification information
Functional Skills mapping document - Level 1 Maths (PDF | 203 KB)
Functional Skills Maths qualification factsheet (PDF | 258 KB)
Support Handbook
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
NCFE have password protected the latest external assessment past-paper, mark scheme and chief examiner report, which enables you to use these as current and valid mock assessments. To access the documents, you will need a Portal login, if you do not have a Portal login please contact your Portal administrator.
Chief Examiner reports
Chief Examiner Report (Onscreen) March 2022 (PDF | 106 KB)
Chief Examiner Report March 2022 (PDF | 110 KB)
Chief examiner report - August 2020 (PDF | 189 KB)
Chief examiner report (onscreen) - February 2020 (PDF | 587 KB)
Chief examiner report - December 2019 (PDF | 183 KB)
Chief examiner report (onscreen) - October 2019 (PDF | 199 KB)
Chief examiner report - October 2019 (PDF | 203 KB)
Past paper - assessment packs
Past Paper L1 Functional Skills Maths - P001424 (ZIP | 649 KB)
Past Paper L1 Functional Skills Maths - P001432 (ZIP | 673 KB)
L1 Functional Skills Maths past questions collated by topic (ZIP | 14614 KB)
External assessment guidance
Top tips for Functional Skills Maths assessments (PDF | 87 KB)
Functional Skills pass boundaries - August 2024 (PDF | 79 KB)
Supplementary answer booklet
Supplementary Answer Booklet (PDF | 140 KB)
Teaching materials
Functional Skills Mathematics (Level 1) Scheme of Work
An exemplary scheme of work that defines the structure and overview of the content for the Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics.
Price
Free
Functional Skills Mathematics (Level 1) Resources
Bespoke resources including learner activity question and answer worksheets, engaging PowerPoint presentations and explanatory videos.
Price
£120.00
Functional Skills Mathematics (Level 1) Learner Workbook and Answers
This workbook compliments our Level 1 mathematics resources pack by providing a comprehensive overview of all subject content at this level.
Price
£120.00
Functional Skills Mathematics (Level 1) Learner Checklists
These learners checklists cover level 1 maths for functional skills.
Price
Free
Functional Skills Mathematics Glossary
A non-exhaustive list of terms that could be used on NCFE Functional Skills Mathematics assessments.
Price
Free
Unit breakdown
Mandatory units
Mathematics