These qualifications are vocationally based and as such, offers the opportunity for learners to demonstrate an achievement of practical skills, understanding and knowledge in Mathematics.

These qualifications will enable learners to build confidence and provide a foundation for further study towards a GCSE in Mathematics, a Functional Skill in Mathematics, a move into employment or as a stepping stone to higher level study. Learners will gain Mathematics skills and knowledge.

These qualifications support government priorities to improve the standard of Mathematics and English. Completion of the NOCN Level 1 and Level 2 Awards in Mathematics Skills does not mean that the learner has reached full competence across the Mathematics curriculum at the level achieved, but it does show that the learner has made significant progress in improving competence in specific areas and recognises the
first steps of the journey that the learner needs to make in order to progress to further study in Mathematics or into employment.