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Entry Level 2 Maths Course in Wolverhampton for Young People with an EHCP

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body

For pupils of Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Maths Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre, full-time during the day.

The course builds your skills in core maths topics, filling gaps in the fundamentals. You'll study for around one year. There are no entry requirements, so you can start wherever you are with maths.

You'll finish with an AIM Qualifications Award in Mathematics at Entry Level 2.

Who this course is for

Award in Mathematics (Entry 2) will prepare a wide range learners for further study in mathematics by offering opportunities to build confidence, skills and knowledge in this core subject. The units have been designed to target the specific needs of learners by filling gaps in the fundamentals of mathematics and will provide stepping stones towards achievement of the relevant GCSE or Functional Skill.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and place value.
  • You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts.
  • You'll multiply and divide simple numbers.
  • You'll handle basic fractions and recognise simple proportions.
  • You'll read and interpret straightforward data, such as tables and charts.
  • You'll use maths to solve simple practical problems.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre. Teaching is delivered face to face during the day. You'll be assessed through coursework and practical tasks that test your understanding of each unit. There is no formal written exam.

What you will need to bring

Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative, a role where basic numeracy is needed day to day.
  • Retail assistant, handles cash and stock with simple maths skills.
  • Kitchen assistant, follows recipes and measures ingredients accurately.
  • Cleaner or caretaker, reads rotas and completes simple records.

This qualification is a stepping stone. Most jobs that rely on maths will expect you to progress further first.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Maths Award or Certificate, the next step up from Entry Level 2 and closer to Functional Skills Level 1.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1, a recognised qualification that opens more job and training options.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the GCSE equivalent that many employers and colleges ask for.
  • GCSE Maths, if you want to follow the traditional school-leaving qualification route.

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