Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time on Monday or Tuesday afternoons. The course runs for 11 weeks. You'll start with a computer-based initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point for you. From there, you'll cover number, measure, shape and space, and handling data, with practical maths you can use at work and in daily life.
Who this course is for
Do you want to build your confidence with numbers and everyday maths? This course is designed to help you develop essential skills in number, measure, shape & space and handling data. You'll work towards a nationally recognised Level 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification. This course is perfect for anyone looking to improve their maths skills for work, further study, or everyday life. We'll provide a supportive environment to help you succeed.
Entry requirements
You need to be working toward Entry Level 1 Maths to join this course. You will need to sit a computer-based initial assessment to show your current maths level.
What you will learn
You'll read, write, order and compare numbers up to 20.
You'll add and subtract whole numbers up to 20.
You'll recognise and use the symbols +, - and =.
You'll identify coins and notes and write amounts using £ and p.
You'll read 12-hour digital and analogue clocks in hours.
You'll name the days of the week, months, and seasons in order.
You'll compare measures including size, length, weight and capacity.
You'll identify and describe common 2D shapes.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Parkshot, with tutor support throughout. Before the course begins, you'll sit a computer-based initial assessment to confirm your current maths level. Assessment for the qualification is also computer-based. Tuition and exam fees apply for this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, change and stock counts daily.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts and records goods.
Care assistant: uses numbers for medication records and daily logs.
Cleaner or caretaker: reads schedules, measures cleaning products.
Kitchen assistant: follows recipes, weighs and measures ingredients.
Delivery driver's assistant: counts parcels, reads times and dates.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the next step up, covering slightly more complex number work and data.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: moves you closer to the GCSE maths equivalent level.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: builds on Entry Level 3 and prepares you for Level 2.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by most employers and colleges.
