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Entry Level Maths Course in Radstock – Bath College Somer Valley Campus

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Bath College for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level Maths (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time over one year, giving you time to build at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. This entry level maths (stepping stones to functional skills) course covers the number, measure, and data skills that lead toward Functional Skills Maths. An initial assessment will confirm the right starting level for you.

Who this course is for

Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll handle money and understand basic measures such as length, weight, and time.
  • You'll read and interpret simple data, charts, and tables.
  • You'll solve straightforward number problems in everyday contexts.
  • You'll develop the maths skills needed to progress toward Functional Skills Maths qualifications.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Assessment is carried out through coursework and tasks completed during the course. There is no formal written exam at this level. Your tutor will track your progress through the units and confirm when you're ready to move on.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: maths skills used daily at the till and stockroom
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for recording and medication support
  • Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data tasks
  • Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and basic stock checks
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: time management and basic record-keeping

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level maths (stepping stones to functional skills) qualification, you could move on to:

  • Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 3: the next step up in the stepping stones framework
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1: broader maths skills recognised by many employers
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths equivalent, widely asked for by employers and further education courses
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