Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Bodmin. Classes run at Bodmin Adult Learning Centre, part-time during the day, over 22 weeks. This entry level functional skills maths course covers the core number and maths skills used in everyday life and work. Classes are small and supportive, with a pace that fits around other commitments. You'll work toward a City and Guilds functional skills maths qualification recognised by employers as a genuine measure of maths ability. For anyone considering a gcse maths alternative, this is a solid starting point.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners wishing to improve their maths skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts such as money and time.
You'll recognise and use simple fractions in practical situations.
You'll read and interpret basic data, such as tables and charts.
You'll use maths to solve straightforward problems in daily life.
You'll build familiarity with measurements including length, weight, and capacity.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bodmin Adult Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by City and Guilds. Your tutor will prepare you for the test during the course. There is no coursework portfolio at this level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bodmin Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handling cash, change, and stock counts
Care assistant: recording measurements and following instructions
Warehouse operative: checking quantities and reading labels
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portions
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and quantities
Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities with children
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the natural next step after Entry 1, building on the same skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): prepares you for Level 1 and is often required before starting vocational courses.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): a stronger foundation for employment and further study.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by most employers and colleges.
