Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Bolton for Young People with an EHCP
CostUsually funded by your local authority
Duration24 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
For young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), usually aged 16 to 25. Places are usually arranged through your local authority.
About this course
Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Bolton. Classes run at Birtenshaw College. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. The course covers everyday number skills: counting, simple addition and subtraction, recognising numbers, and using maths in daily situations. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 24 months to complete. An entry level functional skills maths qualification is a recognised first step toward higher maths qualifications.
Who this course is for
Learners working at Entry 1
Entry requirements
Learners should be working at Entry 1
What you will learn
You'll recognise and use whole numbers in everyday situations.
You'll add and subtract simple numbers.
You'll understand and use basic money amounts.
You'll read and interpret simple number information, such as prices and times.
You'll use straightforward measuring and counting in practical tasks.
You'll follow simple mathematical instructions.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Birtenshaw College, working through practical activities and exercises with a tutor. Assessment is through a set task and a test, both set by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will support you through each stage before you sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Birtenshaw College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths is a foundation step. It supports you in everyday work tasks that involve numbers, such as handling cash, reading rotas, or following instructions. It is not a standalone job-entry qualification, but it builds the maths skills that many roles require.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2) - the next step up, building on Entry 1 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) - moves you closer to the Level 1 qualification.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1 - a significant step toward the Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for.
