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Free Entry Level 1 Maths Course in Northallerton – Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Maths Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This free maths course for adults runs over 55 hours at a manageable pace, making it practical if you have caring responsibilities or other daytime commitments. You'll build your number skills without sitting a formal exam. The course covers the maths you use day to day, from counting and simple calculations to measuring and handling money. You must be 19 or over and must not already hold an Entry Level 1 or higher maths qualification.

Who this course is for

This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 1 level 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, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at

What you will learn

  • You'll count, read, and write whole numbers up to 10.
  • You'll add and subtract using simple whole numbers.
  • You'll recognise and use basic shapes and measurements.
  • You'll handle everyday money amounts, including coins and notes.
  • You'll read and understand simple number information, such as times and dates.
  • You'll use maths to solve straightforward everyday problems.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities and practical tasks. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and observed tasks rather than a formal exam. Your tutor will work through topics with you in class and support you as you build your skills. There is no end exam for this entry level maths qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handling cash and stock counts daily.
  • Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and checking orders.
  • Care assistant: recording basic observations and measurements.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: following instructions involving quantities and time.
  • Kitchen assistant: weighing ingredients and following simple recipes.
  • Childminder or nursery assistant: supporting early number activities.

What you could study next

Once you complete this entry level maths course, you can move on to higher entry level maths qualifications. The City and Guilds Certificate in Mathematics Skills (Entry 2) is the natural next step. From there, Entry Level 3 Maths leads toward Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and then Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for.

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