Ref: 603/4959/1
Level:
3
GHL:
55
TQT:
55
Age Range:
Pre 16
A key aim for Functional Skills Mathematics specifications is to enable the learner to demonstrate a sound grasp of mathematical skills at the appropriate level and be able to apply mathematical thinking effectively to solve problems successfully in the workplace and in other real-life situations.
Purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics for Entry Levels: 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. Achievement of these qualifications can provide the skills for further study at Levels 1 and 2.
*IMPORTANT NOTICE* AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group is not a training provider and is unable to provide careers advice on specific courses or qualifications.
Learners who are currently studying / or have completed an AIM Qualification should contact their training provider with queries or be directed to the Learner’s Page for further information.
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully pass Entry Level 3:
See the Qualification Specification for more details.
Externally set and internally marked assessment paper, including a calculator and non-calculator section.
Providers are responsible for ensuring that their staff are occupationally competent
and have access to appropriate training and support. They are also responsible for
notifying Open Awards of staff changes.
To deliver our Functional Skills qualifications you must have appropriate staff in
place to fulfil the following essential roles:
These roles must be covered by a minimum of 2 separate individuals to avoid
potential or actual conflicts of interest. For more information, please see the
Conflicts of Interest Policy for more information.
In addition, it is Open Awards expectation that staff at providers meet the following
minimum requirement:
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Award in Mathematics (Entry 3)
This qualification has been designed to provide learners with underpinning skills in basic mathematics.
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 2)
This qualification has been designed to provide learners with underpinning skills in basic mathematics.
AIM Qualifications Entry Level Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 3)
This qualification has been designed to provide learners with underpinning skills in basic mathematics.
Access to HE Diploma (Computer Science and Mathematics)
This level 3 Access to HE Diploma is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and is designed to prepare learners without traditional qualifications for entry into Higher Education (HE). The Diploma provides an opportunity for learners to acquire and develop knowledge and skills needed to progress to higher education study and enables learners to develop social and emotional skills such as communication and confidence.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Computer Science and Mathematics)
WITHDRAWN
The Access to HE Diploma is a full Level 3 qualification designed to prepare learners without traditional qualifications for entry into Higher Education (HE).
Open Awards Entry Level Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3)
A key aim for Functional Skills Mathematics specifications is to enable the learner to demonstrate a sound grasp of mathematical skills at the appropriate level and be able to apply mathematical thinking effectively to solve problems successfully in the workplace and in other real-life situations.
