Qualifications
Taking this course can count towards part of the following qualifications:
Everyday Maths Skills - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages (Level 1)
Once you’ve grasped the basics of using fractions, decimals and percentages, you’ll be able to make sense of and compare a huge range of different numbers. This course follows Jo, who works as a classroom assistant in a primary school, as she uses fractions, decimals and percentages in her job.
The course begins by looking at fractions. It explains the concepts of equivalent fractions, simplifying fractions, mixed numbers and improper fractions. Then it explores decimals and gives you new techniques to add, subtract, multiply and divide them, both with and without a calculator. The course also explains percentages – what they are, how they relate to fractions and decimals and how to solve everyday percentage problems.
As you move through the course, mini tests let you check that you’ve understood the learning and give you the chance to practise your new fraction, decimal and percentage skills in realistic, everyday situations.
What will you learn?
After finishing this course you will be able to:
• Compare and simplify fractions
• Understand equivalent fractions, mixed numbers, improper fractions and fractional parts
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals
• Understand percentages
• Calculate percentage increases and decreases
• Change fractions, decimals and percentages into their equivalents
What should you already know?
The staff at your local learndirect centre will assess your skills. Once they have assessed your skills, they will help you to decide if this is the right course for you.
Course level
| Beginner |
| Beginner plus |
| Intermediate |
| Advanced |
How long does it take?
Short Course - our short courses take 3 to 9 hours to complete. You can work through this course at your own pace.
What's involved?
Online - This is a course where you learn while connected to the Internet
Course Code: 104074BS016
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