Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Hinckley
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Hinckley. Classes run at Workpays Hinckley. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. The course covers everyday maths skills including working with numbers, simple calculations, and basic data. It runs for around 55 hours, studied flexibly during daytime sessions. This entry level functional skills maths course suits anyone who doesn't yet hold a recognised maths qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to improve their maths skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Entry Level 1. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.
Entry requirements
You do not currently hold any maths qualifications and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple addition and subtraction.
You'll handle basic multiplication and division in everyday contexts.
You'll recognise and use common shapes and measurements.
You'll read and interpret simple data, such as tables and charts.
You'll apply maths to practical, real-life situations like money and time.
You'll build the foundation skills needed to progress to Entry Level 2 maths.
How you will learn
You'll attend daytime maths classes at Workpays Hinckley, with flexible scheduling to fit your availability. Learning is classroom based, with support from a tutor throughout. Assessment is through a written test set by City and Guilds, covering the skills taught on the course. There is no coursework portfolio at this level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Hinckley will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require basic numeracy for stock and picking tasks.
Retail assistant: handling cash, change, and stock counts.
Care assistant: recording observations and following care plans accurately.
Kitchen assistant: measuring ingredients and following portion guides.
Cleaning operative: reading product labels and following instructions.
Factory or production operative: counting, measuring, and quality checking.
What you could study next
Once you've completed this course, you can move on to:
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2) - the next step up, covering slightly more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) - prepares you for Level 1 and is a recognised step toward a gcse maths alternative at Level 2.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1 - a broader qualification that opens more employment and training options.
