Multiply is a UK Government funded programme, launched as part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), to help transform the lives of adults across by improving their numeracy skills.
The Scottish Borders Multiply Team are offering a range of free adult numeracy programmes which aim to increase your confidence in using maths in daily life, at home and at work.
We offer bespoke formal and informal learning opportunities to suit your needs. Including courses such as:
The programme is open to residents of the Scottish Borders aged 19 and over, who do not currently hold a maths qualification at National 5 or above.
If you want to improve your number skills, email us and we can help. You can also complete the registration form to apply for the courses and we'll get back to you.
This concise yet comprehensive training is tailored specifically for individuals managing or aspiring to manage restaurants and cafes. Dive into the core skills of numeracy critical to the hospitality industry, where we will explore budgeting, pricing strategies, inventory management, and financial reporting.
Through hands-on exercises set in a dynamic café environment, you will learn how to analyse costs, optimise profits, and forecast business needs effectively. Join us to build a solid foundation in the numbers behind the hospitality scenes!
Interested? The delivery of the course is flexible around learner availability and needs.
Applications of Mathematics brings mathematics into the real world with finances, statistics, and measurement.
Learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to apply mathematical ideas and strategies in real-life situations. These include managing finances, statistics, data and probability, geometry, and measurement.
Applications of Mathematics equips learners with mathematical and statistical skills that support a range of curricular areas, including humanities, social sciences, health care, and business, as well as supporting them in everyday life and work.
Applications of Mathematics brings mathematics into the real world with finances, statistics, and measurement.
Learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to apply mathematical ideas and strategies in real-life situations. These include managing finances, statistics, data and probability, geometry, and measurement.
Applications of Mathematics equips learners with mathematical and statistical skills that support a range of curricular areas, including humanities, social sciences, health care, and business, as well as supporting them in everyday life and work.
Want to feel empowered to support your child’s numeracy development?
Completing a FREE 12-week course with First Class Learning will help you to build your own confidence in maths, so that supporting your children with their school work becomes a breeze.
Using developed knowledge gained from a First Class Learning course, you’ll be able to pass on your new skills to your children, giving them the essential tools to excel in school and life.
Starting date 23rd April
Online or in person at a venue near you.
This is a suitable course for learners who have attained the National 3 Mathematics course, or who have equivalent qualifications or experience, for example level 4 core skills numeracy or Standard Grade Foundation.
You will acquire and apply the operational skills necessary to develop mathematical ideas through symbols and diagrams. You will also develop mathematical reasoning skills and will gain experience in making informed decisions.
This course is particularly suitable for learners who wish to develop mathematical techniques for use in further study of mathematics or other curriculum areas, or in workplaces.
Starting date to be confirmed, likely to be in August/September
Time: To be confirmed
Location: Borders College, Nether Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HE
This is a suitable course for learners who have attained the National 4 Mathematics course, or who have equivalent qualifications or experience. You will acquire and apply the operational skills necessary to develop mathematical ideas through symbols and diagrams. You will also develop mathematical reasoning skills and will gain experience in making informed decisions.
This course is particularly suitable for learners who wish to develop mathematical techniques for use in further study of mathematics or other curriculum areas, or in workplaces.
Starting date to be confirmed, likely to be in August/September
Time: To be confirmed
Location: Borders College, Nether Road, Galashiels, TD1 3HE
Ever thought of a career in the field of Scientific Research and Development? Would you like to develop your understanding of basic numeracy and its functional use? Interested to learn more about the application of numeracy in the real world?
Micrea is proud to present a unique 10-week course that bridges everyday numeracy with the intriguing world of science and technology.
Participants will end their course with a credible reference upon completion and a potential job offer.
Course Highlights:
Important Details:
Duration: 10 weeks, 60 hours in total per participant.
Location: Micrea Labs, Micrea Ltd, Crown Business Centre, 20-22 High Street, Hawick, TD9 9EH with potential virtual sessions.
Course is FREE to participants.
Inclusivity is our priority, Micrea welcomes everyone regardless of background or current skill level, offering an inclusive learning experience, Provisions are available to remove any barriers to participation.
Need some help with maths skill or have maths anxiety? Want a fun way to upskill your maths while playing one of the world's favourite role-playing games Dungeons & Dragons?
This six-week course will introduce you to Dungeons and Dragons, how to play, a short campaign (connected stories), and help you with the underlying maths skills and concepts. Meet new people, form friendships, and go on grand adventures.
Playing Dungeons and Dragons can help those with maths anxiety or who need a little help with basic numeracy skills, such as budgeting. All materials and equipment will be provided, and participants will get their own set of dice to take home!
At a location near you, contact the Multiply team to find out more.
Aged 19 and over and looking to build your confidence with numbers?
Join our cooking class, we'll make delicious, nutritious easy to make meals on a budget. We will double up recipes to batch cook, convert recipes into their units, slow cook and much more. Each week you will take home a recipe bag to make again at home.
Duration: 8 weeks, 24 hours in total per participant.
Dates: (Wednesdays)
6th, 20th Dec
17th, 31st January
7th, 21st February
6th, 20th March
Time: 10:30am to 1:30pm
Location: Eyemouth Community Centre
Course is FREE to attend, all eight classes must be attended.
During the class a light lunch or meal will be shared. Support with travel and childcare can be given if required.
Join our 5 week course with Big Wild Life!
Harvest, create and sell your own products with the opportunity to gain a Forest and Outdoor Learning Award (SCQF 4). Work with tools and natural resources and improve your mental health by connecting with nature and people.
Free lunch and help with transport available.
Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am – 2pm
Starts 31st January until 29th Feb
Location: Whitmuir Farm, Lamancha, West Linton EH46 7BB
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