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£12
£12
On-Demand course
14 hours
All levels
Unlock the power of numbers in ways your school textbooks never quite managed. This Math Tricks & Shortcuts Course is designed for anyone who wants to calculate faster, think sharper, and impress their friends—or their spreadsheets—with mental maths wizardry. From simple tips for everyday arithmetic to clever techniques used by competitive exam-takers, this course turns number crunching into second nature.
You'll discover speedy solutions for addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and more—all explained with clarity and a touch of cleverness. Whether you're revising for exams, brushing up on rusty skills, or simply curious about how maths can be easier (and a lot more fun), this course makes your calculator feel like it’s just along for the ride. All content is delivered online, so you can learn at your own pace—no chalkboards required.
Learning outcomes:
Gain knowledge of various math tricks and shortcuts to solve complex problems quickly.
Develop skills to solve geometry problems with ease.
Understand the concepts of unit digits and how to use them to simplify calculations.
Learn how to simplify complex problems using digital sums.
Gain proficiency in solving time, work, and distance-related problems.
The Geometry module of this course teaches the students about the different areas and mensuration of 2-dimensional figures, and the practice test helps to test their knowledge of the subject. The course also teaches students about the concept of the unit digit and how it can be used to simplify calculations. The Simplification Problems module teaches students various tricks and techniques to simplify complex problems, and the Practice Test helps to evaluate their understanding.
The Time and Work, Pipes and Cisterns, Speed, Distance and Time, and Boats and Streams modules of this course teach students various tricks and shortcuts to solve problems related to these topics. The course also includes practice tests to help students assess their knowledge and understanding of the topics.
How is the course assessed?
Upon completing an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
Exam & Retakes:
It is to inform our learners that the initial exam for this online course is provided at no additional cost. In the event of needing a retake, a nominal fee of £9.99 will be applicable.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the assessment procedure, learners can obtain their certification by placing an order and remitting a fee of £9 for PDF Certificate and £15 for the Hardcopy Certificate within the UK ( An additional £10 postal charge will be applicable for international delivery).
15 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
The course is ideal for highly motivated individuals or teams who want to enhance their professional skills and efficiently skilled employees.
There are no formal entry requirements for the course, with enrollment open to anyone!
The Math Tricks & Shortcuts course can be useful for anyone who wishes to improve their math skills, speed, and accuracy. Additionally, this course can also benefit professionals who work with numbers, such as accountants, bankers, and data analysts.
Accountant: £21,000 - £50,000
Banker: £18,000 - £65,000
Data Analyst: £24,000 - £50,000
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - £9
You can apply for a CPD Accredited PDF Certificate at the cost of £9.
Certificate of completion
Hard copy certificate - £15
Hard copy can be sent to you via post at the expense of £15.
With a team of industry professionals producing and delivering our course content, you can be sure the skills and knowledge you learn apply to your career aspirations in manag...