Essential Mathematics is designed for a range of students, including those who are seeking to meet the SACE numeracy requirement, and students who are planning to pursue a career in a range of trades or vocational pathways. There is an emphasis on extending students' mathematical skills in ways that apply to practical problem-solving in everyday and workplace contexts, in flexible and resourceful ways.

Students will meet the numeracy requirement of the SACE if they complete: 

•  Stage 1 Essential Mathematics subject with a C grade or better, or 
•  Stage 2 Essential Mathematics subject with a C- grade or better.