Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course in Rotherham. Classes run at Dearne Valley College, full-time during the day. You'll build core number skills: working with whole numbers, handling money, and reading simple data. The course runs over one year. An initial assessment at the start helps confirm this is the right level for you and shapes how your learning is planned. This is a starting point for anyone looking to grow their maths skills before moving on to higher-level study or work.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
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 read and interpret simple charts, tables, and data.
You'll handle basic measurements, including length, weight, and capacity.
You'll solve straightforward number problems in real everyday situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Dearne Valley College. Teaching covers practical number tasks set in everyday contexts. Assessment is through a formal test set by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass the test to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dearne Valley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: basic maths used daily for stock and till work.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking quantities.
Care assistant: handling medication counts and recording figures accurately.
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading rotas and recording hours worked.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the next step up, building on what you've covered here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): moves you closer to Level 1 and broader employment options.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a significant step that opens more job roles and further study.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by many employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4.
