Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Coventry. Classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre during the day, part-time, at a manageable pace. You'll cover everyday number skills: counting, simple calculations, and using maths in practical situations. The course runs for around 85 hours. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 1 is the right starting point and to plan your learning from there. This entry level functional skills maths course is a recognised step toward Entry Level 2 and beyond, including the Level 2 qualification that employers accept as a GCSE maths alternative.
Who this course is for
Courses run on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For more detailed information regarding courses please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.
What you will learn
You'll recognise and use whole numbers in everyday situations.
You'll add and subtract simple numbers with confidence.
You'll understand basic number sequences and patterns.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and data.
You'll use maths to solve straightforward practical problems.
You'll work with simple measurements, including length, weight, and time.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Southfields Adult Education Centre, working through activities and exercises with a tutor. Assessment is practical and task-based. You'll complete set tasks that show you can apply maths skills in real situations. There is no formal written exam at Entry Level 1; assessment is ongoing through the tasks you complete during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Southfields Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for basic maths skills
Retail assistant: handling money, stock, and simple calculations
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking quantities
Catering assistant: following recipes, weighing, and portioning
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading instructions and schedules
Childcare support worker: supporting numeracy activities with children
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): moves you closer to Level 1 and everyday workplace maths.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a solid foundation before tackling the Level 2 qualification that employers recognise as a GCSE maths equivalent.
