Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford Arts And Crafts Centre during the day, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. This functional skills maths course covers the core maths skills used in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measurements, and data. Each session runs for one hour. A free functional skills maths course for adults who want a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand fractions and recognise simple percentages.
You'll use money in practical calculations, such as working out change or totals.
You'll read and measure using common units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems in everyday contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Bedford Arts And Crafts Centre, with sessions lasting one hour. Learning is part-time and daytime. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) is through a written test. You'll also complete tasks that show you can apply maths in practical situations. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and let you know when you're ready to sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford Arts And Crafts Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
Care assistant: recording measurements, timings, and basic data
Warehouse operative: working with quantities, weights, and delivery records
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing orders
Cleaner or facilities operative: following schedules and recording hours
Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities and tracking routines
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths equivalent, recognised by employers and colleges. Many jobs and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE Maths: available at some centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade alongside your functional skills maths certificate.
