Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your English qualification through school? Are you 19 years old or over?

This whole year course is for adults wanting to achieve a qualification in Functional Skills English (up to and including Level 2). You will study a range of English skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening – based upon real-life settings. Functional skills are practical skills in English that allow learners to work confidently, effectively and independently in life. These courses are not suitable for learning English as a foreign language.

 This course will start online. To participate in online classes you will need an email address, a reliable internet connection, a computer/laptop/tablet with fully updated browser (preferably Google Chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and preferably a camera. You will be set work each week and will be required to complete it and submit via Google classroom / photo or scan to your tutor before the following lesson. 

The classes are generally small, delivered to suit your starting point and assessments are offered through City and Guilds after 55 hours teaching. You will need to complete an initial assessment prior to starting the course, where it will be discussed if you meet the criteria for a funded place.

Call the office on 01223 712340 for an initial chat about this course.

The course runs term-time (no classes during school holidays) from 6th October 2020 until the end of May 2021; there will be an opportunity to sit assessments after 55 hours of lessons (usually May).

To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. You will be assessed through the lessons and by homework.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED?

No previous experience required. All learners are required to complete an initial assessment / screening of English levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to make an appointment.

If the assessor feels this course is not suitable in the initial assessment period they will signpost learners to alternative, more appropriate courses. 

This course is funded by Cambridgeshire Skills; regular attendance throughout the length of the course is required.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the 25 week course you will have the opportunity to:

• develop skills and understanding which will help you feel more confident in using English in everyday life.

• gain confidence in speaking, listening and communicating

• develop your reading level and reading comprehension

• write in a variety of contexts for a variety of everyday uses: letters, emails, fiction, formal/informal writing.

• review your progress regularly with the tutor and individual progress will be monitored and recorded on regular basis through the use of ILPs, tutor notes and feedback.

• assess your progress through a functional skills qualification / assessment.

EXTRA COSTS ON THE COURSE FOR EXAMPLE TEXT BOOK, MATERIALS OR EQUIPMENT:

None

FOR THE FIRST SESSION YOU WILL NEED:

A laptop/smart phone/tablet, Notebook and pen

EXAMINATION FEES:

You will be required to sign a form agreeing to exam dates. Fees are only incurred if you do not attend exam dates as agreed.

ON COMPLETION OF THIS COURSE, WHAT MIGHT YOUR NEXT STEPS BE?

Progress to a post Level 2 English course (maybe GCSE). At the end of the course you will be given one-to-one information and advice as required, to ensure that appropriate progression routes are clearly identified.

The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your Maths qualification through school?
Are you aged 19 or over?

This whole year course is for adults who have below Level 2 Functional Maths skills – it will help you feel more confident in using numbers for everyday things like money, time, distance, shape and position.
Functional Maths is all about using Maths in real-life situations. The course will underpin Maths skills and help you apply these in everyday contexts, as well as new and challenging situations.

The classes are generally small, delivered to suit your starting point and assessments are offered through City and Guilds after 55 hours teaching. You will need to complete an initial assessment prior to starting the course, where it will be discussed if you meet the criteria for a funded place.

Call the office on 01223 712340 for an initial chat about this course.

The course runs term-time (no classes during school holidays) from 6th October 2020 until June/July 2021; there will be an opportunity to sit assessments after 55 hours of lessons.
This course will start online. To participate in online classes you will need an email address, a reliable internet connection, a computer/laptop/tablet with fully updated browser (preferably Google Chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and preferably a camera. You will be set work each week and will be required to complete it and submit via Google classroom / photo or scan to your tutor before the following lesson.

To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. You will be assessed through the lessons and by homework.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

No previous experience required. All learners are required to complete an initial assessment / screening of Maths levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to discuss.
This course is funded by the ESFA, regular attendance throughout the length of the course is required.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the 25 week course you will have the opportunity to:
develop skills and understanding which will help you feel more confident in using numbers for everyday things like money, time, distance, shape and position.
improve your use of numbers, measuring and handling data.
develop the skill of ‘Representing’ : select the mathematics and information to model a situation
the skill of ‘Analysing’ : process and use mathematics
develop the skill of ‘Interpreting’ : interpret and communicate the results of the analysis
review your progress regularly with the tutor and individual progress will be monitored and recorded on regular basis through the use of ILPs, tutor notes and feedback.
assess your progress through a functional skills qualification / assessment.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

None

For the first session you will need to bring:

Notebook and pen

Examination Fees:

You will be required to sign a form agreeing to exam dates. Fees are only incurred if you do not attend exam dates as agreed.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Progress to a post Level 2 Maths course (maybe GCSE); at the end of the course you will be given one-to-one information and advice as required, to ensure that appropriate progression routes are clearly identified.
The Adult Learn and Train office is also able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.

Do you need to update your CV? Did you not achieve your Maths qualification through school? Are you 19 years old or over?
The one year course will be taught at Foundation Tier – the funding is given to enable you to gain a grade 4 or 5, within one academic year, (equivalent to the old C grade). General content headings are number, algebra, ratio proportion and rates of change, geometry and measure, probability, statistics.

The majority of the course will cover the Foundation syllabus; the tutor will use Higher Tier extension materials where appropriate and the college offers learners the option to be entered into the Higher Tier exams, however this option requires learners to independently study in their own time.

Please note: as with all new-style GCSEs, grades A* – U have been replaced with levels 9 – 1.
A Level 4 is a ‘standard pass’ (equivalent to the old grade C); a level 5 is a ‘good pass’.
Foundation tier: grades 1 to 5. Higher tier: grades 4 to 9.

The course runs the whole year, including school holidays.
(A full schedule of confirmed dates will be given on the first session).
There will be 33 evening sessions of 2.5 hours; PLUS – FIVE SATURDAYS (provisional dates):7th Nov / 5th Dec / 9th Jan / 6th Feb / 27th Mar
Additional Saturday (as needed/agreed) – Saturday 15th May
PLUS 20 hours mandatory online content

This course will start online. To participate in online classes you will need an email address, a reliable internet connection, a computer/laptop/tablet with fully updated browser (preferably Google Chrome). Your device will need a microphone, and preferably a camera.
The course will be taught as a linear course and you will sit exams in June/July 2021. The qualification consists of three equally-weighted written examination papers. All three papers must be at the same tier of entry and must be completed in June/July 2021. Each paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes long. Paper 1 is a non-calculator exam; a calculator is allowed for Paper 2 and Paper 3.

GCSE maths is expected to take between 120 and 140 hours of study – you will attend taught classes for 105 hours, and complete an additional 15 hours mandatory online content and the remaining hours are delivered through set homework tasks which will be marked and are a compulsory part of the course. Some of you will need to spend more time self-studying certain topics to bring your skills up to the required level. You are required to have independent study skills, and to set yourself appropriate goals and targets.
To gain an ESFA funded place you will need to complete an assessment of eligibility, undertake an initial diagnostic assessment and are required to complete the appropriate enrolment form. Funding is linked to 90% attendance and completion of the set homework tasks and the end examinations. Failure to meet these criteria means that funding is withdrawn and you will be liable for the full cost of the course. You will be assessed through the lessons and by homework.
Weekday sessions are 2.5 hours long, Saturdays are 5 hours long.

PLEASE NOTE: GCSE exams will take place during the day at Coleridge Community College. The dates are published by the exam board and all candidates must sit the exam then. Dates will be confirmed at the beginning of the course – expect to book leave / holiday from work / childcare as needed.

Previous Experience and Knowledge Needed?

You should have studied Mathematics to Functional Skills Level 2 or have a recent GCSE Grade D (or equivalent).
Please speak to the office if you have O-levels / CSEs or qualifications from outside the UK.
You are required to complete an initial assessment / screening of maths levels prior to enrolment on the course – please telephone the office on 01223 712340 to make an appointment.

Access Arrangements for Exams / Learning Difficulties

The exam board has very specific requirements for those who need access arrangements for exams (additional time, laptops, modified papers). It is your responsibility to inform us at your initial assessment. Failure to do this may delay the application with the exam board (please note such arrangements are only granted for 3 years).

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the whole year course you will have the opportunity to:
develop a positive attitude to mathematics;
consolidate basic skills and meet appropriately challenging work;
apply mathematical knowledge and understanding to solve problems;
think and communicate mathematically – precisely, logically and creatively;
appreciate the place and use of mathematics in society;
apply mathematical concepts to situations arising in their own lives;
understand the interdependence of different branches of mathematics;
acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively; acquire a firm foundation for further study.

Extra costs on the course for example text book, materials or equipment:

All learners: Textbook – approx. cost £20 available from www.cgpbooks.co.uk
Mathematics for GCSE Foundation level for the Grade 9 – 1 course ISBN: 978-1-78294-438-6

This book will be used throughout the course to deliver the Foundation syllabus, it is essential learners purchase a copy.

There are higher tier resources available from CGP books, should you choose to study the additional topics covered in the Higher Tier syllabus.

You will also need a scientific calculator – suggested type CASIO fx-85GT PLUS approx. £11

You will need a maths set comprising of compass, protractor and ruler etc. but we will discuss this at the first session.

Examination Fees:

Examination costs will be included in the cost of the course.

For the first session you will need to bring:

Notebook and pen, we will discuss which calculator to get.

On completion of this course, what might your next steps be?

Progress to a post GCSE course – further / higher education, employment, volunteering or GCE A level.
The Learn and Train office is able to give course information or search for alternative courses for you.