Free Entry Level 1 Maths Skills Course in Ashington
CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 1 Maths Skills Course in Ashington. Classes run at Buzz Learning College, full-time during the day. This free maths skills course for adults runs over 36 weeks. It covers the foundations of number, shape, and everyday maths at Entry Level 1. The course gives you a solid base to move into further maths study or into work.
Who this course is for
These qualifications will enable learners to build confidence and provide a foundation for further study towards a GCSE in Mathematics, a Functional Skill in Mathematics, a move into employment or as a stepping stone to higher level study
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll recognise and use basic shapes and measurements.
You'll handle simple data, such as reading charts and tables.
You'll apply maths to everyday tasks like money and time.
You'll build a foundation for further maths qualifications.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Buzz Learning College, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is based on tasks and activities completed during the course. There is no formal written exam. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the 36 weeks and confirm when you have met the requirements for the Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Buzz Learning College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: basic maths used daily for stock and orders.
Retail assistant: handling money, change, and simple records.
Care assistant: measuring, recording, and following written instructions.
Kitchen assistant: weighing, portioning, and reading basic charts.
Cleaner or caretaker: measuring quantities and following schedules.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Award in Mathematics Skills: the next steps up in the same series, building on what you've covered.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a nationally recognised maths qualification that employers and colleges accept.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, often required for further training and many job applications.
