
NCFE Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics
- Ref:
- 603/5061/1
- Sector:
- Preparation for Life and Work
- Registration and Certification Fee
- £16.00
- Level
- Entry Level 3
- Minimum entry age
- Pre-16
- GLH
- 55
- TQT
- 61
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
Qualification Specification
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Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Qualification Factsheet
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Functional Skills Mapping Document - Entry Level 3 Maths
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Functional Skills Writing Guide - Adapting NCFE Devised Internal Assessment Activities
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Support Handbook
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Assessor Standardisation Instructions - Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Mathematics
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Assessment Topics
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Past Papers Controlled Assessment Entry Level 3 Mathematics Pack 1 2019/2020
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Past Papers Controlled Assessment Entry Level 3 Mathematics Pack 2 2019/2020
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Past Papers Controlled Assessment Entry Level 3 Mathematics Pack 9 2020/2021
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Assessment Tracking Document
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Assessor Guidance and Instructions - Mathematics
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Qualification specification (Word)
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Mandatory units
- Mathematics
NCFE EL3 Functional Skills Mathematics Resources
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NCFE Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics - Scheme of Work
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NCFE Functional Skills Maths Learner Checklists EL3
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NCFE Functional Skills Mathematics Glossary
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Controlled components will go ahead in 2021/22, therefore moving away from results being based on Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs) used in 2020 to 2021.
For further information please see the 2021/22 adaptation addendum document below.
2021-22 AT FSQ MATHS EL1_2_3 V1.0
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