Statement of Declared Purpose
Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Mathematics – Using Probability (QCF)
601/0833/2
Overview
Who is this qualification for?
The qualification is intended for learners, including adults and young people, who need
to develop their mathematical skills at this level in the specific area of using probability,
in order to progress in further study, work or life. The award is suitable for learners
who only need a ‘bite-sized’ amount of mathematical learning or for those with ‘spiky
profiles’ who need a programme which allows them to combine different aspects of
mathematics at different levels.
The unit is underpinned by the National Standards for Adult Numeracy (QCA 2005)
and mapped to the Adult Numeracy Core Curriculum (DfES 2001, revised 2006-7 and
updated 2009). The unit has also been mapped to the Functional Skills standards.
What prior qualifications/levels of attainment does a learner need to take this
qualification?
Learners do not need any prior qualifications or a specific level of attainment to take
this qualification. However, it is anticipated that the qualification will have been
selected as suitable for the individual learner on the basis of findings from initial and/or
diagnostic assessment. It is available to learners of any age.
What does this qualification cover?
This QCF qualification covers the use of probability in a way that is consistent with the
National Standards for Adult Numeracy and is fully referenced to the Adult Numeracy
Core Curriculum.
What could this qualification lead to?
Will the qualification lead to employment, and if so, in which job role at which
level?
This qualification is designed to help learners to develop the mathematical skills
associated with using probability, that are needed in a wide range of job roles.
Will the qualification support progression to further learning, if so, what to?
This qualification is part of a suite of mathematics qualifications which allows learners
to progress through a framework of mathematics units and qualifications from Entry 1
to Level 2.
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Learners can also progress from this Level 1 Award to:
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a GCSE in mathematics
a Level 1 or 2 Functional Skills qualification in mathematics
vocational qualifications at Level 2
an Apprenticeship programme.
Who supports this qualification?
(i)
Industry
As the main purpose of the qualification is to support learners’ progression in
developing their mathematical skills we have not sought support from
employers. However, the qualification is designed to support learners in the
workplace in all sectors.
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HEIs and colleges
The following providers support this qualification:
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A4e HMP Highpoint North
Cambridgeshire County Council – Adult Community Learning
Newham College of Further Education
Southend YMCA
Tower Project
FURTHER INFORMATION
Qualification Specification – including specific qualification requirements and unit
details.
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