NOCN
Level 1
QN: 610/7062/2
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NOCN Level 1 Certificate in Mathematics Skills
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 370 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
NOCN
Syllabus Units
22 Units
Guided Hours
370 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Addition and Subtraction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to add whole numbers.
- Be able to subtract whole numbers.
- Be able to solve everyday problems using calculations in addition and subtraction.
- Be able to check answers.
2
Calculate Volume, Area and Perimeter
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how perimeter is measured.
- Be able to find the perimeter of simple shapes.
- Understand how area is measured.
- Be able to find the area of rectangular shapes.
- Understand how volume is measured.
- Know how to find the volume of cuboid shapes.
3
Calculating Using Decimals in Everyday Contexts
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to add decimals up to 2 decimal places in everyday contexts.
- Be able to subtract decimals up to 2 decimal places in everyday contexts.
- Be able to multiply decimals up to 2 decimal places in everyday contexts.
- Be able to divide decimals up to 2 decimal places in everyday contexts.
- Know how to use strategies to check answers.
4
Calculating Using Percentages
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to read, write, order and compare percentages in whole numbers.
- Be able to calculate percentage parts of whole number quantities.
- Be able to calculate percentage increase.
- Be able to calculate percentage decrease.
- Be able to calculate simple interest and discounts on amounts of money.
5
Calculating with Sets of Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand that the mean is a measure of average.
- Understand that the range is a measure of spread of a set of data.
- Be able to calculate the arithmetical mean of a set of data.
- Be able to calculate the range of a set of data.
6
Equivalence Between Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to convert a fraction into decimal and a decimal back to a fraction.
- Be able to convert a decimal into a percentage, and a percentage back to decimal.
- Be able to convert a fraction to a percentage, and a percentage to a fraction.
7
Fractions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to order common fractions and mixed numbers.
- Be able to identify common equivalent fractions.
- Be able to find fractions of whole number quantities and measurements.
8
Grouping and Representing Grouped Discrete Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to group data into suitable groups.
- Be able to represent grouped discrete data in a bar chart.
- Be able to represent grouped discrete data in a pie chart.
9
Measure : Date and Time
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand times written in different formats.
- Understand dates written in different formats.
- Be able to calculate using time.
10
Measure : Weight and Capacity
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand metric units of weight.
- Be able to calculate using units of weight.
- Understand metric units of capacity.
- Be able to calculate using units of capacity.
11
Measure: Length
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand metric units of length.
- Be able to calculate using units of length.
- Be able to use instruments to measure a range of objects.
- Be able to read measuring instruments.
12
Planning to Improve Performance in Mathematics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify own strengths in mathematics.
- Be able to identify areas to improve in mathematics.
- Be able to set personal targets for improvements in mathematics.
13
Representing Discrete Data
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to organise and represent discrete data in tables.
- Be able to organise and represent discrete data in diagrams.
- Be able to organise and represent discrete data in charts.
- Be able to organise and represent discrete data in line graphs.
14
Simple Ratio and Direct Proportion
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to calculate the number of parts in a given ratio.
- Be able to use direct proportion in everyday contexts.
- Be able to work out dimensions from a scale drawing.
15
Understanding 2D Shapes and Angles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the properties of 2D shapes.
- Be able to read and record angles in degrees.
- Be able to measure and record angles in degrees.
- Be able to use the properties of 2D shapes to solve problems.
16
Understanding Numbers in Written and Numeric Form
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to read whole numbers.
- Be able to write whole numbers.
- Be able to order whole numbers.
- Be able to round whole numbers.
17
Understanding Place Value in Decimal Numbers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to read numbers with up to three decimal places.
- Be able to write numbers with up to three decimal places.
- Be able to order numbers with up to three decimal places.
- Understand the place value of digits.
- Be able to approximate decimals by rounding to a whole number or two decimal places.
18
Understanding Probability
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a probability scale.
- Be able to represent a probability on a probability scale.
- Be able to compare the likelihood of events.
- Be able to find the probability of a simple event.
19
Understanding Scales and Diagrams
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use a simple scale on a plan.
- Be able to estimate distance on a road map.
- Be able to identify the required dimensions when drawing an object to scale.
- Be able to identify and interpret elevations in drawings.
- Be able to interpret nets of simple 3D shapes.
20
Using calculations – Division of Whole Numbers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to divide whole numbers, including positive and negative numbers.
- Be able to divide whole numbers by 10, 100, 1000 Be able to check answers.
- Be able to use division to solve everyday mathematical problems.
21
Using Calculations – Multiplication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to multiply whole numbers, including positive and negative numbers.
- Be able to multiply whole numbers by 10, 100, 1000 Be able to check answers.
- Be able to use multiplication to solve everyday mathematical problems.
22
Using Simple Formulae in Words
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow a simple one step formula written in words.
- Be able to follow a simple two step formula written in words.
- Be able to follow the order of preference for operators.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/7062/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NOCN
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Feb 2026