Principles of English and Mathematics qualifications and training courses

Last Updated: 06 May 2024

These qualifications enable learners to demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of maths or English, as well as the confidence and resilience to operate under the pressure of a one-off onscreen test.

Available at Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2, these qualifications can be used to help learners progress towards 'destination' qualifications such as Functional Skills or GCSE.

They provide adults and young people with an opportunity to demonstrate to prospective employers and others that they have a solid grasp of how to use English and maths effectively. Whilst the test is one-off and designed to be taken 'when ready', it will usually follow a substantial programme of learning.

These qualifications complement English and Mathematics Skills (3847), which provides a highly personalised route to certification and the flexibility to address specific gaps in their capabilities and confidence.

Available to deliver in the following:

England

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General Information

What Is Involved In Studying This Course?

These qualifications covers key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy and Numeracy, with a focus on knowledge and understanding. They include:

Number, Handing Data, Measure, Shape and Space
Reading, Writing and Listening

The assessments are summative, designed to be taken after a substantial programme of learning and following adequate preparation.

What Careers Can This Lead To?

These qualifications are available from Entry 3 to Level 2, and focus on the key areas of the English and maths necessary for work and life.

The qualifications allow learners to progress
• through the framework of Principles of Using English and Mathematics qualifications from Entry 3 to Level 2
• towards an A*-C GCSE in English/Mathematics
• towards a Functional Skill qualification in English/Mathematics
• to a City & Guilds vocational qualification
• to an Apprenticeship programme
• to employment.

What Is Involved With Delivering This Course?

Centres will need to make an initial assessment of each learner prior to the start of their programme to ensure they are working at the appropriate level. The initial assessment should identify any specific training needs the candidate has, and the support and guidance they may require when working towards their qualification(s).

Entry 3

The Entry 3 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Entry 3, including accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar. There is one assessment paper to complete.

The Entry 3 Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Entry 3, including numbers and calculations, measures and solving problems. There are two assessment papers to complete - one of which allows use of a calculator.

Sample Onscreen 'Principles of English and Mathematics' assessments at Entry 3

The sample assessments are provided for practice/demonstration purposes only.

If you require further support, please contact centresupport@cityandguilds.com, and we will be happy to help you.

Principles of English Sample test 1

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 1a (non-Calculator)

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 1b (Calculator)

What Careers Can This Lead To?

The qualifications allow learners to progress:

• through the framework of English Skills and Mathematics Skills qualifications
• towards a Functional Skills qualification
• towards a GCSE in English/Mathematics
• to a City & Guilds vocational qualification
• to an Apprenticeship programme
• to employment.

Entry 3 Principles of Using Written and Spoken English (3844-10)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027 Supportive services: SmartScreen Learning Assistant

Entry 3 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English

Accreditation No: 601/1420/4 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 10 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 99 - 99 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 100 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £40.70 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Entry 3 Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques (3844-20)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027 Supportive services: Learning Assistant

Entry Level Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques (Entry 3)

Accreditation No: 601/1288/8 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 13 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 130 - 130 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 130 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £48.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 1

The Level 1 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Level 1, including accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar. There is one assessment paper to complete.

The Level 1 Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Level 1, including numbers and calculations, measures and solving problems. There are two assessment papers to complete - one of which allows use of a calculator.

Sample Onscreen 'Principles of English and Mathematics' assessments at level 1

The sample assessments are provided for practice/demonstration purposes only.

If you require further support, please contact centresupport@cityandguilds.com, and we will be happy to help you.

Principles of English Sample test 1

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 2a (non-Calculator)

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 2b (Calculator)

What Careers Can This Lead To?

The qualifications allow learners to progress:

through the framework of English Skills and Mathematics Skills qualifications
towards a Functional Skills qualification
towards a GCSE in English/Mathematics
to a City & Guilds vocational qualification
to an Apprenticeship programme
to employment.

Level 1 Principles of Using Written and Spoken English (3844-11)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027

Level 1 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English

Accreditation No: 600/7917/4 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 10 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 58 - 58 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 100 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £40.70 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 1 Principles of Using Mathematical Skills (3844-12)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027

Level 1 Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques

Accreditation No: 600/7655/0 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 13 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 98 - 98 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 130 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £48.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2

The Level 2 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Level 2, including accurate spelling, punctuation and grammar. There is one assessment paper to complete.

The Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques assesses key aspects of the National Standards for Adult Literacy at Level 2, including numbers and calculations, measures and solving problems. There are two assessment papers to complete - one of which allows use of a calculator.

Sample Onscreen 'Principles of English and Mathematics' assessments at level 2

The sample assessments are provided for practice/demonstration purposes only.

If you require further support, please contact centresupport@cityandguilds.com, and we will be happy to help you.

Principles of English Sample test 2

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 1a (non-Calculator)

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 1b (Calculator)

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 2a (non-Calculator)

Principles of Mathematics Sample test 2b (Calculator)

What Careers Can This Lead To?

The qualifications allow learners to progress :

through the framework of English Skills and Mathematics Skills qualifications
towards a Functional Skills qualification
towards a GCSE in English/Mathematics
to a City & Guilds vocational qualification
to an Apprenticeship programme
to employment.

Level 2 Principles of Using Written and Spoken English (3844-21)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Using Written and Spoken English

Accreditation No: 600/7918/6 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 10 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 58 - 58 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 100 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £40.70 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2 Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques (3844-22)

Last Registration Date: 31 Aug 2027

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Using Mathematical Techniques

Accreditation No: 600/7656/2 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 13 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 98 - 98 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 130 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/08/2029 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £48.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Additional information for centres

SMARTSCREEN IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS QUALIFICATION

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LEARNING ASSISTANT IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS QUALIFICATION

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Here you can find all documents related to this suite of qualifications.

By clicking on the section headings below, you can access a variety of documents such as the qualification handbooks and assessment materials, Statements of Purpose, and recognition letters from industry and employers.

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Additional documents

Centre documents

3844 Principles of Using Written and Spoken English Qualification Handbook 394 KB 26 Jun 2024

Principles of English and Mathematics (3844)