Entry Level Mathematics - Numeracy

Our Entry Level Mathematics – Numeracy specification will assess the mathematics that learners will need in their everyday lives, in the world of work, and in other curriculum areas.

It provides learners with a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study.

The Entry Level Certificate in Mathematics - Numeracy is designed for learners who have not reached Level 3 of the National Curriculum at the end of Key Stage 3 and for whom GCSE and equivalent vocational qualifications are not deemed appropriate.

The qualification will assess the mathematics that learners will need in their everyday lives, in the world of work, and in other curriculum areas. It provides learners with a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. This specification has been written to meet, where appropriate, the Programme of Study requirements for National Curriculum Mathematics at Key Stage 4. However, it recognises that the National Curriculum allows material to be selected from earlier key stages to enable individual learners to progress and demonstrate achievement.

Where such material is used, it is presented in contexts suitable for older learners. The course will prepare learners for further studies in mathematics, e.g. GCSE Mathematics - Numeracy, or mathematics related vocational courses. This WJEC Entry Level Certificate in Mathematics - Numeracy specification will enable learners to:

• develop knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical and statistical methods, techniques and concepts required for everyday life, in the world of work, and in other curriculum areas

• select and apply appropriate mathematics and statistics in everyday situations and contexts from the real world

• use mathematics to represent, analyse and interpret information

• interpret mathematical results and draw any conclusions that are relevant to the context

• communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms.

This specification is intended to promote a variety of styles of teaching and learning so that the course is enjoyable for all participants. Learners will be introduced to a wide range of mathematics set in meaningful contexts enabling them to enjoy a positive learning experience.