Basic Maths Certification

Basic Maths
Struggling with basic maths is common. Close to 40% of the population in the UK reportedly struggle with basic concepts like fractions and ratios. While you may not have to take maths tests often in your adult life, lacking skills in this area can make things more complicated. For example, a solid understanding of how ratios and proportions work can make mental maths a lot easier. Developing your maths skills has a whole host of real-world, immediate benefits.
This course gives you an overview of several basic maths skills. We begin by talking about BODMAS, giving you a practical example you can use to follow along. Next, we review fractions and include a discussion of mixed numbers. Finally, we discuss ratios and proportions. By the end of this course, you should be confident enough with these basic maths skills to tackle more complex work.
You will learn:
- Several key terms used to describe maths operations
- What the proper order of operations is when tackling a complex mathematical equation
- What the difference between a numerator and a denominator is and how to differentiate a proper fraction from an improper one
- What the difference between a ratio and a proportion is, as well as how to express each concept mathematically
- How to use proportions to solve mathematical equations
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0.75 hrs
Course FAQ
Who can take the Basic Maths Certification course?
There are no entry requirements to take the course.
What is the structure of the course?
The course has 1 module and should take 1 hour to complete, although students can spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on the module.
Where / when can the course be studied?
The course can be studied at any time and from any internet-connected device.
Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed the module there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the module. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at a time and location of your choosing.