Numeracy SCQF 3 to 5
Open Learning
Course Description
Need to be flexible with your study time? Try distance learning for these units. They are a good way to brush up on your numeracy skills for personal, social, work or study purposes. You’ll carry out around 40 hours of study for each unit and can progress from one unit to the next or on to Core Maths units. The aim is to develop your confidence with use of number in everyday activities.
There are four main areas of focus which become more complex at level 5.
- Reading and using scales – for measuring length, weight, temperature and volume;
- Understanding graphs – interpreting information from bar graphs, line graphs, charts and diagrams;
- Creating graphs – drawing accurate graphs, charts and diagrams;
- Using a range of numerical skills in everyday contexts – using whole numbers, fractions, percentages, decimals, carrying out calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide), using formulae, solving numerical problems and using a calculator effectively.
Entry requirements
You will be given assistance in choosing the best course for you dependent on experience, qualifications and reasons for study. It may be helpful if you already have some basic maths skills or a maths qualification at SCQF Level 2 as preparation for these units.
Qualifications
National Unit
Attendance
This course is a distance learning course with tutor support. It is expected that each unit is the equivalent to 40 hours of learning and will take up to a maximum of 6 months to complete.
Self study at your local College learning centre is supported and encouraged. The courses will include short assessments of skills at the end of each unit which will be arranged at your closest College learning centre.
Start Date
Flexible - you can start any time to suit you!
Course Duration
This is a flexible learning course which requires 40 hours of study and should be completed within six months from the date of enrolment. You may complete the bulk of your studies at home or choose to attend your nearest Learning Centre for a learning space where support will be available. You will have regular contact with your tutor by telephone or email during your preparation work . You are required to attend a College learning centre to complete short final assessments.
Venue
Can be studied at home in your own time.
Contact us at any one of our learning centres to find out how to enrol. Auchtertyre Learning Centre (Call Sandra or Elaine on 01599 566775), Sabhal Mòr Ostaig Learning Centre (Call Caroline on 01471 888430), Portree Learning Centre (Call Maggie, Carol or Ewan on 01478 614833).
Progression
There are clear routes of progression within these numeracy units and if you’d like to know more about other areas of mathematics such as algebra and trigonometry you can progress to options such as our flexible learning 'Core Mathematics' units.
Cost
£80
This includes all learning materials, workbooks, access to a College learning centre and tutor support, assessment and SQA certification on successful completion.
Funding
This is an ILA Scotland approved course. Ask your learning centre for more information on how to apply for this funding or call ILA Scotland free on 0808 100 1090. Applications may take around 4 weeks. Fee waivers may apply.