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Contents 1
Qualification overview
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Introduction
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2.1
Delivery in England and Northern Ireland
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2.2
Funding
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2.3
Guided learning hours
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2.4
Unique Learner Number and the Personal Learning Record
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2.5
Supporting OCR candidates
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Qualification structures and entry requirements
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3.1
Qualification aims
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3.2
Entry requirements
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3.3
Recognition of Prior Learning
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3.4
Progression
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3.5
Progression aims by level
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3.6
Qualification structures and rules of combination
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3.6.1 Table of units
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3.6.2 Rules of combination for Cambridge Awards
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3.6.3 Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 1)
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3.6.4 Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 2)
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3.6.5 Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 3)
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3.6.6 Rules of combination for OCR Level 1 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
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3.6.7 Rules of combination for OCR Level 2 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
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Assessment
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4.1
Assessment: How it works
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4.2
Initial assessment of learners
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4.3
Externally assessed units
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Delivery
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5.1
Mode of delivery
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5.2
Centre resources and requirements
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5.3
Access arrangements and special consideration
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5.4
Centre malpractice guidance
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Certification
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6.1
Claiming certificates
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6.2
Replacement certificates
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Administration arrangements
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7.1
Administration arrangements for these qualifications
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7.2
Overview of full process
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7.3
How to gain centre approval
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7.4
How to make entries
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7.5
How to make claims
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Mapping within units
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Further support and information
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9.1
Interchange
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9.2
Enquiries
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9.3
Customer feedback
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9.4
OCR sample assessment material
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9.5
Results enquiries and appeals
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Qualification overview
1 Qualification overview Title
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 1) OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 2) OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 3) OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics OCR Level 2 Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics
OCR entry code and Qualification Number (QN) Age group approved
This qualification is suitable for
Please see section 2
Pre-16
16-18
18+
19+
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Those who need to improve their knowledge and skills in the elements and principles of mathematics, in one or more specific skill areas, up to level 2, in order to function more effectively in their homes, in their communities and at work. These qualifications provide a unit-based approach; that can stand alone or be part of a wider programme. Achievement of individual qualifications supports learners’ progress towards an appropriate level 2 mathematics qualification (GCSE or Functional Skills). They allow learners to target specific gaps in their knowledge at a particular level, rather than undertaking an entire course (some of which may or may not be relevant to their learning needs). Learners who ultimately aim for a Functional Skills or a GCSE qualification may have struggled with maths skills throughout their lives and will therefore need to be supported and motivated through the achievement of smaller, more focused qualifications which provide them with the capacity and confidence to continue learning and achieving en route to their ultimate aim. Once a specific knowledge gap has been filled by one of the units, learners can progress to a higher level in the suite or 'step off' and begin studying a GCSE or Functional Skills qualification. At each level, learners will secure the following abilities: •
Entry Level 1 - learners will have mathematical abilities that range from the most elementary of achievement to beginning to make use of specific skills
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Entry Level 2 - learners will have mathematical abilities, knowledge and understanding to carry out simple skills with guidance
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Entry Level 3 - learners will have mathematical abilities, knowledge and understanding to carry out specific skills with appropriate guidance when needed
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Level 1 - learners will have mathematical abilities, knowledge and understanding to competently carry out specific skills
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Level 2 will have mathematical abilities, knowledge and understanding to carry out extended specific skills.
There is more information on progression through the levels in section 3.5.
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Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for these qualifications.
Entry
Entry is for individual Cambridge Award qualifications only. Cambridge Certificates will be awarded when the learner has achieved the correct combination of units as detailed in the Rules of combination in section 3.6.
Rules of combination with credit and unit requirements Assessment model
Please see section 3.6
These qualifications are externally assessed by OCR. Assessments are available on paper and on-screen. All units are graded as pass/fail. Further details on assessment are in section 4 and 5.
Assessment availability
Assessment opportunities are available within an assessment window. There will be at least 6 assessment windows per year.
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2 Introduction This centre handbook provides information for centre staff involved in the planning, delivery and assessment of the following qualifications. OCR entry code
Title
Qualification Number
Entry Level (Entry 1) 05737
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Calculations with whole numbers (Entry 1)
600/7582/X
05741
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Handling data (Entry 1)
600/7583/1
05739
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Shape and positional vocabulary (Entry 1)
600/7722/0
05738
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Money and time (Entry 1)
600/7560/0
05736
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Number (Entry 1)
600/7674/4
05740
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Measuring systems (Entry 1)
600/7573/9
05731
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 1)
600/7729/3
Entry Level (Entry 2) 05742
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Calculations with whole numbers (Entry 2)
600/7561/2
05745
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Fractions and measurement (Entry 2)
600/7569/7
05746
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Handling data (Entry 2)
600/7570/3
05744
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Shape and positional vocabulary (Entry 2)
600/7571/5
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OCR entry code
Title
Qualification Number
05743
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Money, time and date (Entry 2)
600/7572/7
05732
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 2)
600/7728/1
Entry Level (Entry 3) 05749
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Calculations with whole numbers (Entry 3)
600/7574/0
05747
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Fractions (Entry 3)
600/7575/2
05751
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Handling data (Entry 3)
600/7675/6
05752
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Shape and compass directions (Entry 3)
600/7562/4
05748
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Decimals in money and length (Entry 3)
600/7563/6
05750
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Measurement and time (Entry 3)
600/7564/8
05733
OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 3)
600/7727/X
05756
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Calculations, ratio and direct proportion
600/7565/X
05754
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Fractions, decimals and percentages
600/7566/1
05757
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Handling data and probability
600/7567/3
05753
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Shape and space
600/7568/5
05758
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Money
600/7576/4
Level 1
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OCR entry code
Title
Qualification Number
05755
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Measurement and time
600/7577/6
05734
OCR Level 1 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
600/7777/3
05761
OCR Level 2 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Calculations, ratio and direct proportion
600/7578/8
05760
OCR Level 2 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Fractions and decimals
600/7579/X
05759
OCR Level 2 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Handling data and probability
600/7580/6
05762
OCR Level 2 Cambridge Award in Mathematics: Shape, space and measure
600/7581/8
05735
OCR Level 2 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
600/7778/5
Level 2
The units and any supporting documentation for these qualifications can be found on the OCR website. The information provided in this handbook is correct at the time of production. Occasionally OCR may update this information. Please refer to the qualification webpages for details regarding updates. It is important that centre staff involved in the delivery of the above have access to and understand the requirements laid down in this handbook.
2.1 Delivery in England and Northern Ireland These qualifications have been regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) for delivery in England and Northern Ireland. Learners in Northern Ireland should not be disadvantaged by terms, legislation or aspects of government that are different from those in England. Where such situations might occur, including in the external assessment, the terms used have been selected as neutral so that learners may apply whatever is appropriate to their own situation. We will provide specifications, assessments and supporting documentation in English only. 8
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2.2 Funding These qualifications are regulated in the Qualifications and Credit Framework and may be eligible for funding. For further details regarding approval and funding eligibility please refer to the following websites: •
Department for Education (DfE) under Section 96 of the Learning and Skills Act 2000 http://www.education.gov.uk/section96/
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Education Funding Agency http://www.education.gov.uk/childrenandyoungpeople/youngpeople/studentsupport/funding/b 00203354/efa-funding for public funding information for 14-19 learners in England
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Skills Funding Agency http://skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk/ for public funding information for 19+ learners in England
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LARA – Learning Aim Reference Application https://gateway.imservices.org.uk/sites/lara/Pages/Welcome.aspx for information on funding rates for qualifications in England.
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Department for Employment and Learning www.delni.gov.uk or Department of Education www.deni.gov.uk for public funding in Northern Ireland.
The QCF Qualifications Number (QN) should be used by centres when they wish to seek public funding for their learners. Each unit within a qualification will also have a QCF unit code. If you have any queries regarding funding for this qualification please contact OCR by email at
[email protected].
2.3 Guided learning hours Each unit is allocated a number of guided learning hours (glh) which indicates the approximate number of hours for supervised or directed study time and assessment. Information on unit glh is given in Qualification structures and entry requirements.
2.4 Unique Learner Number and the Personal Learning Record It is an Ofqual requirement that Awarding Bodies must capture the Unique Learner Number (ULN) for all learners who have claimed certification for any of these qualifications. It is also a condition of funding that all learners that claim certification for publically funded qualifications must have a valid ULN. Where a learner has a ULN, you should enter their ten digit number in the ULN field of the entry form. For learners who do not have a ULN, a claim will still be accepted if you leave this field blank, OCR Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics
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but OCR will not be able to send these achievements to the Diploma Aggregation Service (DAS) or to the Personal Learning Record (PLR). The PLR is a permanent, online record of a learner’s qualifications and achievements and also supports Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT). Each unit and qualification in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) has a credit value. The PLR enables learners to accumulate a record of their achievements within one place and so supports the transfer of credit for these units between learning providers and awarding organisations, thus supporting learners to gain full qualifications. Learners over the age of 14 participating in UK education or training can access the PLR using their ULN. Learners retain the same ULN to access their PLR throughout their lives and whatever their level of learning. Further information about this can be found in the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics and at the Learner Records Service.
2.5 Supporting OCR candidates At the point that a centre enters a learner for an OCR qualification we will refer to the learner as an OCR candidate. Centres should ensure that learners are informed of the title and level of the qualification they have been entered for and that Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR) is the awarding body for their chosen qualification. Centre staff should provide guidance to learners on the assessment process and help learners prepare for assessment. Full details on how the units are assessed are in sections Qualification structures and entry requirements and Assessment.
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3 Qualification structures and entry requirements 3.1 Qualification aims The OCR Cambridge Awards/Certificates in Mathematics provide a unit-based approach that will support learners’ progression towards level 2 mathematics qualifications (such as GCSE or Functional Skills) and beyond, so they have the capacity and confidence to continue this learning throughout life. Offering a unit approach to progression in mathematics is an efficient use of both public funds and learner time. It allows learners to target specific gaps in their knowledge at a particular level, rather than undertaking an entire course (some of which may or may not be relevant to their learning needs). Once a specific knowledge gap has been filled by one of OCR's mathematics units, learners can progress to a higher level in the suite or 'step off' and begin studying other qualifications including GCSEs or Functional Skills. The units have been designed to enable assessment to focus on the principles and concepts covered by the national standards that underpin mathematics. The five levels enable progression to a level appropriate to the needs of the individual. They can be delivered as stand-alone qualifications or part of a wider programme. Each unit is offered as a qualification (an OCR Cambridge Award) enabling the development of a specific skill. An OCR Cambridge Certificate can be achieved by taking a number of units within one subject allowing for learners achieving at different levels across a range of skills. OCR also offers Cambridge Awards/Certificates in English.
3.2 Entry requirements These qualifications are available to anyone who is capable of reaching the required standards. They have been developed free from any barriers that restrict access or progression thereby promoting equal opportunities. There are no formal requirements for entry to these qualifications. Learners will be expected to have the potential to achieve a level of knowledge and skills appropriate for a person working at the level they will be assessed at. All centre staff involved in the assessment or delivery of these qualifications should understand the requirements of the qualification and match them to the needs and capabilities of individual learners before entering them as candidates for one of these qualifications.
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3.3 Recognition of Prior Learning Within the QCF, recognition of prior learning (RPL) is defined as 'A method of assessment that considers whether a learner can demonstrate that they can meet the assessment requirements for a unit through knowledge, understanding or skills they already possess and do not need to develop through a course of learning.' (Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework Ofqual/08/3726). OCR encourages the use of RPL and centres should advise their learners that they can bring forward any relevant learning (gained either informally or formally) so that, it can be assessed against the assessment criteria specified in the unit, or units, the learner aims to complete. It is important that centres make it clear to their learners that the RPL process is concerned with how the learner has acquired the knowledge, understanding or skills; it does not mean the learner is exempt from the assessment. The currency of knowledge and ability is often important when recognising skills and competences. Where assessment is devolved to centres through assignments or portfolio-building, centre staff must judge the relevance of prior learning in all its aspects (including currency) to the qualification being assessed, before OCR will quality assure and authorise certification.
3.4 Progression OCR Cambridge Awards/Certificates in Mathematics are based on the National Adult Numeracy standards and have been designed to provide the necessary rigour and flexibility to support a wide range of progression opportunities in line with the needs of individual learners. This could be progression in the same skill through different levels of the suite; progression to other mathematical skills across the suite; progression towards other qualifications in mathematics such as Functional Skills and GCSE; or progression into employment where the learner will be able to apply the skills learned in a relevant vocational context. Learners’ achievement of any of these qualifications, will demonstrate that learners have an understanding of one of the fundamental elements of maths, as described by the title of the unit achieved, and the skill to apply that understanding appropriately and consistently. By combining the units, to meet the rules of combination, learners can progress towards an OCR Cambridge Certificate and on to other qualifications, for example Functional Skills in Mathematics or GCSE in Mathematics.
3.5 Progression aims by level For these qualifications at Entry Level 1, learners will secure their knowledge of numbers up to 10 and symbols in simple graphical, numerical and written form, so that they have the fundamental skills required to understand maths in everyday situations. Through the securing of the mathematical basics in money, time, measure, handling data, and shape and space, learners will generate results that make sense in these areas, presenting their results with an understanding of the intended purpose. For example, learners will be able to understand number order so that they can read numerical information about prices presented in a shop.
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For these qualifications at Entry Level 2, learners will extend their knowledge of maths to secure understanding of simple diagrams and charts in graphical and written form, as well as securing the skills needed to work with numbers up to 100. Learners will understand how to multiply, divide and round numbers, and describe using numbers, measures and simple shapes. At this level, learners will check their answers to a given level of accuracy and solve one step mathematical problems, using appropriate numbers, simple diagrams and symbols to present answers. For example, learners will read numerical information from a table and present this as a simple graph. For these qualifications at Entry Level 3, learners will secure the underpinning skills needed to begin decoding mathematical information given by numbers, symbols, diagrams and charts that is presented in graphical, numerical and written material. For example, they will be able to record data found in everyday media and use this to generate results for a specified purpose, such as working out travel times for a multi-step journey. Calculation and estimation involving two and three digit numbers will be secure, as will understanding of 3D shapes and directional vocabulary. At this level, learners will use measures and checking procedures that are appropriate to the specified purpose of the task, and will use diagrams and graphs to present this information. The achievement of entry level units encourages learners to progress through the entry levels to level 1and level 2 However, it is not necessary for learners to achieve the lower level qualifications before progressing on to the higher level qualifications. For these qualifications at Level 1, learners will be able to understand straightforward mathematical information, independently selecting appropriate data from graphical, numerical and written material. Learners will be able to calculate with whole numbers, without using a calculator. They will gain an understanding of square numbers, simple ratio and proportion and be able to solve problems expressed in word and simple algebraic form. Mathematical knowledge of probability can be applied to everyday situations, making sense of data and scaling quantities, such as quantities found in recipes. At this level, learners will describe a problem using mathematical language and make accurate observations, presenting their results in an appropriate format, and using calculations suitable to the outcome. The achievement of level 1 qualifications encourages learners to progress from entry level and to higher levels. At level 1 learners will have developed the mathematics skills and understanding necessary to progress to Functional Skills, GCSE or vocational qualifications, for example Level 1 in Business Skills. For these qualifications at Level 2, learners will understand mathematical information from different graphical, numerical and written sources, independently selecting and comparing data. Learners will be able to calculate using negative whole numbers and fractions, use ratio, direct proportion and be able to solve problems expressed in word and algebraic form without a calculator. For example, a learner will be able to calculate profit and loss, costs and profit margins for a business. Learners will be able to interpret both continuous and discrete sets of data, calculating and comparing outcomes which are then accurately presented in a format appropriate to the purpose, findings and audience. Mathematical language necessary for a wide range of mathematical activities will be secure, as will an understanding of how skills are interrelated and can be used in different ways for different purposes. The achievement of level 2 qualifications encourages progression from level 1, to other qualifications and to higher levels. Learners could progress to Functional Skills, GCSEs or vocational qualifications for example Level 2 Award in Bookkeeping and Accounting, Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Business Skills. Learners could start an apprenticeship where they would further develop their skills and understanding while completing their apprenticeship including the functional skills component.
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Throughout the levels, focus is on securing maths skills needed to help learners develop or top-up their skills to provide opportunities to progress in the work place. For example, the learner could apply these skills to everyday activity when completing an apprenticeship.
3.6 Qualification structures and rules of combination The Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics suite of qualifications is made up of single-unit Award qualifications and Certificate qualifications that require a number of units, up to at least 13 credits, to be achieved. Learners do not have to achieve units in any particular order and the learning programmes should be tailored to meet individual needs. It is recommended that, wherever possible, centres adopt a holistic approach to the delivery of these qualifications and identify opportunities to link the Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics qualifications to others areas of the curriculum. The rules of combination for the qualification specify the: •
minimum credit/total credit value to be achieved
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mandatory units
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minimum credit to be achieved at the level
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barred combinations.
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3.6.1
Table of units
OCR Unit No
Unit title
Level
1
Numbers from 0 to 10
2
Credit value
GLH
Assessment method
Entry 1
Unit Reference No (URN) J/504/6108
2
20
Externally assessed
Add and subtract whole numbers Money and time
Entry 1
L/504/6109
2
20
Entry 1
K/504/6117
1
10
Understand common regular shapes and positional vocabulary Compare and order items by measurement
Entry 1
J/504/6111
2
20
Externally assessed Externally assessed Externally assessed
Entry 1
A/504/5649
2
20
Externally assessed
6
Extract and sort data
Entry 1
D/504/6115
2
20
Externally assessed
7
Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers
Entry 2
T/504/5827
3
30
Externally assessed
8
Time and date formats and simple money calculations Understand common regular shapes and positional vocabulary Simple fractions and common units of measurement Extract, sort and present data for interpretation
Entry 2
K/504/5906
2
20
Externally assessed
Entry 2
F/504/5927
2
20
Externally assessed
Entry 2
F/504/6091
3
30
Externally assessed
Entry 2
Y/504/5917
3
30
Externally assessed
12
Simple fractions
Entry 3
K/504/6070
1
10
Externally assessed
13
Decimals in money and length
Entry 3
J/504/6058
2
20
Externally assessed
14
Calculations with whole numbers Read and measure time, distance, weight, capacity, length and temperature Extract and interpret data
Entry 3
R/504/6046
3
30
Entry 3
M/504/6071
2
20
Externally assessed Externally assessed
Entry 3
J/504/6089
2
20
Externally assessed
Understand the properties and perimeters of regular shapes and compass directions
Entry 3
D/504/6079
2
20
Externally assessed
3 4 5
9 10 11
15 16 17
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OCR Unit No
Unit title
Level
18
Calculating shape and space of regular and nonregular shapes Fractions, decimals and percentages
19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27
3.6.2
Credit value
GLH
Assessment method
Level 1
Unit Reference No (URN) R/504/6015
3
30
Externally assessed
Level 1
D/504/6034
3
30
Externally assessed
Read and calculate units of measurement and time Calculations with whole numbers, simple ratio and direct proportion Interpret data and the outcomes of events Calculate with money without a calculator
Level 1
D/504/6020
2
20
Level 1
T/504/5990
5
50
Externally assessed Externally assessed
Level 1
R/504/5995
3
30
Level 1
M/504/6037
1
10
Compare and interpret data and record probability Fractions and decimals
Level 2
A/504/6087
3
30
Externally assessed
Level 2
M/504/6085
3
30
Externally assessed
Calculations with whole numbers, ration and direct proportion Using formula for shapes, space and measurement conversions
Level 2
F/504/6088
3
30
Externally assessed
Level 2
H/504/6083
4
40
Externally assessed
Externally assessed Externally assessed
Rules of combination for Cambridge Awards
Each unit is available as a single unit qualification in its own right. The rule of combination to achieve any OCR Cambridge Award is that learners have to successfully complete one unit. When combining units for the following OCR Cambridge Certificates, it is the centre’s responsibility to ensure the rules of combination are followed.
3.6.3
Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 1)
To achieve this qualification a learner must achieve the following: A minimum of 13 credits in total, observing the barred combinations.
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A minimum of 7 credits must be from the units at Entry 1. These are: •
Numbers from 0 to 10 – Entry 1 – J/504/6108 – 2 credits
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Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 – L/504/6109 – 2 credits
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Money and time – Entry 1 – K/504/6117 –1 credit
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Understand common regular shapes and positional vocabulary – Entry 1 – J/504/6111 – 2 credits
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Compare and order items by measurement – Entry 1 – A/504/5649 – 2 credits
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Extract and sort data – Entry 1 – D/504/6115 – 2 credits.
The remaining credits can be achieved from units at Entry 1, Entry 2 and Entry 3 listed in the table of units and observing the barred combinations. Barred combinations mean a learner can only count the achievement of one unit from each skill area towards this full qualification. Each bullet below is a skills area and learners can count only one of the units from each of the following: • A learner can count only one of Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 or Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers Entry 2 or Calculations with whole numbers Entry 3 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Calculations with whole numbers units at Level 1 or Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Decimals in money Entry 3 or Calculate with money without a calculator Level 1 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Read and calculate units of measurement and time Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Fractions, decimals and percentages Level 1 or Fractions and decimals Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Extract, sort and present data for Interpretation Entry 1 or Extract and interpret data Entry 3 or Interpret data and the outcomes of events Level 1 or Compare and interpret data and record probability Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Shape and space units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate.
3.6.4
Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 2)
To achieve this qualification a learner must achieve the following: A minimum of 13 credits in total, observing the barred combinations.
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A minimum of 7 credits must be from the units at Entry 2. These are: •
Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers – Entry 2 – T/504/5827 – 3 credits
•
Time and date formats and simple money calculations – Entry 2 – K/504/5906 – 2 credit
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Understand common regular shapes and positional vocabulary – Entry 2 – F/504/5927 – 2 credits
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Simple fractions and common units of measurement – Entry 2 – F/504/6091 – 3 credits
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Extract, sort and present data for interpretation – Entry 2 – Y/504/5917 – 3 credits.
The remaining credits can be achieved from units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3 and/or Level 1 listed in the table of units and observing the barred combinations. Barred combinations mean a learner can only count the achievement of one unit from each skill area towards this full qualification. Each bullet below is a skills area and learners can count only one of the units from each of the following: • A learner can count only one of Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 or Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers Entry 2 or Calculations with whole numbers Entry 3 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Calculations with whole numbers units at Level 1 or Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Decimals in money Entry 3 or Calculate with money without a calculator Level 1 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Read and calculate units of measurement and time Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Fractions, decimals and percentages Level 1 or Fractions and decimals Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Extract, sort and present data for Interpretation Entry 1 or Extract and interpret data Entry 3 or Interpret data and the outcomes of events Level 1 or Compare and interpret data and record probability Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Shape and space units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate.
3.6.5
Rules of combination for OCR Entry Level Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics (Entry 3)
To achieve this qualification a learner must achieve the following: A minimum of 13 credits in total, observing the barred combinations.
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A minimum of 7 credits must be from the units at Entry 3. These are: •
Simple fractions – Entry 3 – K/504/6070 – 1 credit
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Decimals in money and length – Entry 3 – J/504/6058 – 2 credits
•
Calculations with whole numbers – Entry 3 - R/504/6046 – 3 credits
•
Read and measure time, distance, weight, capacity, length and temperature – Entry 3 – M/504/6071 – 2 credits
•
Extract and interpret data – Entry 3 – J/504/6089 – 2 credits
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Understand the properties and perimeters of regular shapes and compass directions – Entry 3 – D/504/6079 – 2 credits.
The remaining credits can be achieved from units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 and/or Level 2 listed in the table of units and observing the barred combinations. Barred combinations mean a learner can only count the achievement of one unit from each skill area towards this full qualification. Each bullet below is a skills area and learners can count only one of the units from each of the following: • A learner can count only one of Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 or Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers Entry 2 or Calculations with whole numbers Entry 3 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Calculations with whole numbers units at Level 1 or Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Decimals in money Entry 3 or Calculate with money without a calculator Level 1 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Read and calculate units of measurement and time Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Fractions, decimals and percentages Level 1 or Fractions and decimals Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Extract, sort and present data for Interpretation Entry 1 or Extract and interpret data Entry 3 or Interpret data and the outcomes of events Level 1 or Compare and interpret data and record probability Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Shape and space units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate.
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Rules of combination for OCR Level 1 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
To achieve this qualification a learner must achieve the following: A minimum of 13 credits in total, observing the barred combinations.
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A minimum of 7 credits must be from the units at Level 1. These are: •
Calculating shape and space of regular and non-regular shapes – Level 1 – R/504/6015 – 3 credits
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Fractions, decimals and percentages – Level 1 – D/504/6034 – 3 credits
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Read and calculate units of measurement and time – Level 1 – D/504/6020 – 2 credits
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Calculations with whole numbers, simple ratio and direct proportion – Level 1 – T/504/5990 – 5 credits
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Interpret data and outcomes of events – Level 1 – R/504/5995 – 3 credits
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Calculate with money without a calculator – Level 1 – M/504/6037 – 1 credit.
The remaining credits can be achieved from units at Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 and/or Level 2 listed in the table of units and observing the barred combinations. Barred combinations mean a learner can only count the achievement of one unit from each skill area towards this full qualification. Each bullet below is a skills area and learners can count only one of the units from each of the following: • A learner can count only one of Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 or Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers Entry 2 or Calculations with whole numbers Entry 3 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Calculations with whole numbers units at Level 1 or Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Decimals in money Entry 3 or Calculate with money without a calculator Level 1 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Read and calculate units of measurement and time Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Fractions, decimals and percentages Level 1 or Fractions and decimals Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Extract, sort and present data for Interpretation Entry 1 or Extract and interpret data Entry 3 or Interpret data and the outcomes of events Level 1 or Compare and interpret data and record probability Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Shape and space units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate.
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Rules of combination for OCR Level 2 Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics
To achieve this qualification a learner must achieve the following: A minimum of 13 credits in total, observing the barred combinations.
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A minimum of 7 credits must be from the units at Level 2. These are: •
Compare and interpret data and record probability – Level 2 – A/504/6087 – 3 credits
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Fractions and decimals – Level 2 – M/504/6085 – 3 credits
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Calculation with whole numbers, ratio and direct proportion – Level 2 – F/504/6088 – 3 credits
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Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions – Level 2 – H/504/6083 – 4 credits.
The remaining credits can be achieved from units at Entry 3, Level 1 and/or Level 2 listed in the table of units and observing the barred combinations. Barred combinations mean a learner can only count the achievement of one unit from each skill area towards this full qualification. Each bullet below is a skills area and learners can count only one of the units from each of the following: • A learner can count only one of Add and subtract whole numbers Entry 1 or Add, subtract and multiply whole numbers Entry 2 or Calculations with whole numbers Entry 3 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Calculations with whole numbers units at Level 1 or Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Decimals in money Entry 3 or Calculate with money without a calculator Level 1 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Read and calculate units of measurement and time Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Fractions, decimals and percentages Level 1 or Fractions and decimals Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of Extract, sort and present data for Interpretation Entry 1 or Extract and interpret data Entry 3 or Interpret data and the outcomes of events Level 1 or Compare and interpret data and record probability Level 2 towards a Certificate. • A learner can count only one of the Shape and space units at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Using formula for shape, space and measurement conversions Level 2 towards a Certificate.
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Assessment
4 Assessment 4.1 Assessment: How it works Each unit is externally assessed by OCR. Centre staff preparing learners for these qualifications must make sure learners are clear about the assessment they are going to take and the criteria which they are expected to meet. Centre staff should make sure the learner has completed their learning process before they undertake an assessment. If a learner fails the assessment for a unit, they may be entered again. There is no restriction, other than the life of the qualification, on the number of times a learner may be entered for a unit/examination. Unit fees are available for this purpose. The OCR Fees List provides details of the fees applicable to the individual award qualifications.
4.2 Initial assessment of learners It is important for centres to carry out an initial assessment that identifies the skills, knowledge and understanding learners already have and any potential gaps that need to be addressed. This will enable centres and learners to identify units which are most appropriate to their needs.
4.3 Externally assessed units All units are externally assessed by an OCR examination and learners will take the examinations in a specific window, details of which are published on the OCR website. Assessments are available on paper and on-screen. Achievement at unit level is pass or fail. Full details of the administration arrangements associated with these qualifications are included in the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics and JCQ’s Instructions for conducting examinations.
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Delivery
5 Delivery 5.1 Mode of delivery Centres are free to deliver these qualifications using any mode of delivery that meets the needs of their learners. Centres should consider the learners’ complete learning experience when designing learning programmes. This is particularly important in relation to learners studying part time alongside real work commitments where learners may bring with them a wealth of experience that should be utilised to maximum effect by centre staff.
5.2 Centre resources and requirements Centres must provide appropriate assessment facilities for learners that comply with the regulations laid down by OCR in the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics and the JCQ Instructions for Conducting Examinations.
5.3 Access arrangements and special consideration Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the basis of the individual needs of learners. It is important, therefore, that centres identify as early as possible whether candidates have disabilities or particular difficulties that will put them at a disadvantage in the assessment situation and select an appropriate qualification or adjustment that will allow them to demonstrate attainment. The responsibility for providing adjustments to assessment is one which is shared between OCR and the centre. Centre staff should consult the Joint Council of Qualifications’ (JCQ) booklet Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration. This document should also be referred to for those candidates who may require a postexamination adjustment or special consideration (to reflect temporary illness, indisposition or injury), at the time of the examination/assessment. For further guidance on access arrangements and special consideration please refer to OCR’s Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics. The access arrangements permissible for use in the units are as follows:
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Type of assessment
Access arrangements
All units are externally assessed.
Question papers must always remain secure. Form 7 - requests must be made to OCR for modified papers at least 10 weeks before the start of the assessment window in which the examination is to be taken. Modified papers include: •
A4 modified 18 point bold
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A3 modified 24 point bold
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Braille papers and tactile diagrams with Braille labels
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Modified language
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Tactile diagrams with print labels.
Form 12 – JCQ/EL/AA must be sent to OCR at least six weeks before the date of the assessment window in which the examination is to be taken. Form 12 must be completed where a centre wishes to open question papers up to one hour before the published starting time to: •
enlarge or photocopy the question paper on to coloured paper
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enable an Oral Language Modifier or a Sign Language Interpreter to prepare for the examination
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conduct an examination at an alternative venue for an individual candidate, e.g. the candidate’s home.
Where a centre has approval from Access Arrangements online for coloured/enlarged paper, an Oral Language Modifier, a Sign Language Interpreter or alternative accommodation/venue away from the centre for a GCSE candidate, this approval extends to Entry Level qualifications. This will allow the centre to open Entry Level question papers up to one hour before the published starting time, without prior permission from the awarding body, in order to facilitate the required access arrangement. The access arrangements detailed may be appropriate for candidates with disabilities, special educational needs or temporary injuries impacting on their ability to access the assessment, but this is not an exhaustive list. Reasonable adjustments which may be appropriate for candidates with disabilities have not been listed; applications should be made on an individual basis to awarding bodies. Applications received will be considered in the context of the standards which must be met in each unit and the evidence of need.
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Delivery
Please note: For Entry Level Cambridge Awards, a reader may be granted by the centre without prior approval from OCR. The centre must complete a Form 11 and keep it at the centre. However this arrangement must not interfere with the skills being tested in the assessment. For further information please see: Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration.
5.4 Centre malpractice guidance It is the responsibility of the Head of Centre to report (in writing) all cases of suspected malpractice involving centre staff or candidates, to OCR Standards. When asked to do so by OCR, Heads of Centres are required to investigate instances of malpractice promptly and report the outcomes to OCR Standards. Further information is contained in the JCQ publication: General and Vocational Qualifications Suspected Malpractice in Examinations and Assessments which is available from www.jcq.org.uk together with OCR’s Malpractice Procedures – A Guide for Centres.
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Certification
6 Certification Learners who achieve the Cambridge Award in Mathematics will receive: •
a certificate listing the unit achieved, with their related credit value and the unit reference number(s)
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a certificate giving the full qualification title and the qualification number.
Learners who achieve enough credits for a Cambridge Certificate in Mathematics will receive: •
a certificate giving the full qualification title and the qualification number.
6.1 Claiming certificates Centres do not make a claim for the certificate. Certificates will be issued directly to the centres for successful learners. In order to ensure that these are automatically issued, centres must ensure that the OCR candidate number is always used where a learner has already achieved one or more units. See the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics for full details.
6.2 Replacement certificates If a replacement certificate is required, centres should formally make the request in writing on centre-headed paper. If the request is made within six months of the certificate issue date, replacements will be provided free of charge. A fee is charged for replacement certificates requested more than six months after the date of issue. Please see the OCR Fees List. Letters should be sent to: Data Capture (VQ Historical Records), OCR, 1 Hills Road, Cambridge CB1 2EU.
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Administration arrangements
7 Administration arrangements 7.1 Administration arrangements for these qualifications This section provides an overview of the administration arrangements operating for these qualifications. For detailed information centres must refer to OCR’s Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics.
7.2 Overview of full process The following flow chart provides a brief summary of how these qualifications are delivered.
Administration flow chart for timetabled examinations Apply for centre approval Complete the approval form
Make candidate entries Via Interchange Make test entries
Submit scripts to Examiner
Examiner marks scripts
OCR issues certificates OCR publishes electronic results and sends unit and full award certificates as appropriate
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7.3 How to gain centre approval Centres can download and complete the electronic Centre Approval Form from the OCR website and return it to OCR Operations (or complete and submit it electronically). Alternatively contact the OCR Customer Contact Centre on 024 7685 1509.
7.4 How to make entries In order to let OCR know which qualifications your learners wish to take, you need to make entries. Note that the term ‘registrations’ has been replaced by the term ‘qualification entry’. Making entries must be carried out via OCR Interchange - OCR’s secure extranet facility. For full details of the process please see Making entries using OCR Interchange. Learners should be entered for individual units (Award qualifications) and build up unit by unit to their Cambridge Certificate. Certificate-sized qualifications will be awarded when the learner has achieved the correct combination of units as detailed in the Rules of combination in section 3.6. There are two routes for making entries: •
named entry – this is where you provide specific learner information (e.g. name and date of birth) for each qualification. The advantage of named entry is that materials we supply are personalised, requiring less manual work later. In general, this is OCR’s preferred entry route
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unnamed entry – this allows you to order a number of units or qualifications in bulk, without specifying who will be taking them. Although this increases the flexibility of the administration, it may increase the administrative burden later in the process.
7.5 How to make claims All claims should now be carried out via OCR Interchange. For full details of the process please see Making a claim using OCR Interchange. Please note that for examined qualifications the work should be sent to the examiner within 24 hours of the claim being made on Interchange. .
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Mapping within units
8 Mapping within units The OCR Cambridge Award/Certificate in Mathematics qualifications are based on the Adult Numeracy Core curriculum and each unit has been mapped to the elements within the core curriculum. Cambridge Award/Certificate qualifications can help secure the underpinning mathematical skills needed by learners who want to progress to other qualifications, where the focus is on the application of skills and knowledge, for example, where a learner progresses to practical or academic study such as the Functional Skills in Mathematics qualifications or to a GCSE in Mathematics. Achievement of the OCR Cambridge Award/Certificate qualifications will not, however, mean that a learner is prepared to undertake an assessment for other mathematics qualifications. Functional Skills, for example, requires learners to use process skills to solve problems related to calculation, shape and space and handling data. If learners do progress to other mathematics qualifications, centres will need to provide further teaching and learning in line with the specification for those other qualifications, if the learner is going to be successful. Each unit has been mapped to the Adult Numeracy Core Curriculum. Level 1 and Level 2 units have also been mapped to Functional Skills in Mathematics and the subject criteria for GCSEs Mathematics. Not all aspects of the Functional Skills and GCSE criteria are covered by the OCR Cambridge Award/Certificate qualifications in Mathematics.
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Further Support and information
9 Further support and information This Centre Handbook and the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics contain the information needed to deliver and administer these qualifications. If there are any queries about these please see below for contact details. Support is also available on the OCR webpages at www.ocr.org.uk.
9.1 Interchange OCR Interchange has been developed to help you to carry out day to day administration functions online, quickly and easily. The site allows you to make entries online. In addition, you can gain immediate, free access to OCR candidate information at your convenience. Sign up at https://interchange.ocr.org.uk.
9.2 Enquiries For enquiries relating to any of OCR’s vocational qualifications, please contact the OCR Customer Contact Centre on: Telephone: Fax: Email:
024 76 851509 024 76 851633
[email protected]
Alternatively, you could visit OCR’s website at www.ocr.org.uk for further information on OCR qualifications.
9.3 Customer feedback We welcome feedback from customers on all aspects of our provision. Comments relating to this documentation should be sent to: The OCR Qualification Manager Cambridge Award/Certificate qualifications Customers, Curriculum and Qualifications OCR Coventry Office Westwood Way Coventry CV4 8JQ
Further support and information
9.4 OCR sample assessment material Sample assessment material for these qualifications is available to download from our website www.ocr.org.uk. Centres can use these sample assessments as practice papers to prepare learners for the final assessment.
9.5 Results enquiries and appeals Please refer to the Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics. Documents related to these qualifications Admin Guide: Cambridge Awards in English and Mathematics JCQ publications: −
Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration
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Instructions for Conducting Examinations
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Suspected Malpractice in Examinations and Assessments
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