Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Catterick Garrison. Evening classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 18 weeks part-time. You'll build core number skills including working with whole numbers, simple fractions, and everyday measurements. An initial assessment checks that this is the right starting level for you. If you're looking for a free functional skills maths course for adults in the area, this entry level functional skills maths qualification is a solid first step.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Entry Level 1 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice.
What you will learn
You'll recognise and use whole numbers in everyday situations.
You'll add and subtract whole numbers.
You'll understand simple fractions and what they mean.
You'll work with basic measurements such as length, weight, and time.
You'll read and interpret simple number information, including charts and tables.
You'll use maths to solve straightforward practical problems.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Catterick Library & Information Centre during evening sessions. Assessment is through a set task and a written test, both set and marked externally by City and Guilds. Your tutor will work through topics with you in class and give you practice activities to build your skills before the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: basic maths used daily at the till and in stock checks.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and recording stock accurately.
Care assistant: handling medication counts and recording patient information.
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading rotas, measuring cleaning products.
Factory or production operative: checking quantities and reading simple data.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the next step up, covering slightly more complex number work.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry Level 3): moves you closer to the level employers and colleges often ask for.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a significant step toward the Level 2 qualification that is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent.
