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Applications for courses commencing in September 2025 are now open - please check below to see the sessions that are open on various campuses. If your local campus is not currently open for applications please keep a check on the college website for further updates.Being able to apply mathematics effectively to everyday life, work or learning is important. Essential Skills qualifications are a crucial passport to success in almost any area of work, life or further learning and are suitable for learners of all ages, though are designed particularly for learners over the age of 16.
None (Initial Assessment required)
Student will work to the level above assessed level.
Essential Skills qualifications can help learners in all jobs, as well as in learning and day-to-day life. Learners may also progress through the various Levels of the qualifications.
Students will be subject to an Initial Assessment and targeted at the appropriate Essential Skills level.
PF961DP10A
Session Code
1 Year(s)
Duration
Essential Skills
Mode of Study
2
Hours per Week
30
Number of Weeks
Interview Required
25/26
Academic Year
01/09/2025
Start Date
Subject to Timetable
Day/s
Bronwyn.ODonnell@swc.ac.uk
Coordinator(s)
Total Annual Fee FREE
Total Concessionary Fee N/A
Fees Payable Each Year
**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?
PF961EP10A
Natalie.Phillips@swc.ac.uk
PF961OP10A
Kieran.McGuigan@swc.ac.uk
Essential Skills Literacy (Fast Track)
Essential Skills Numeracy (Fast Track)
Essential Skills Literacy