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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Bridlington

CostFREE
Duration46 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Course in Bridlington. Classes run at Adult Learning Bridlington, part-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. This free functional skills maths course runs over 46 weeks. It covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, and it's a recognised gcse maths alternative for people who don't yet hold a maths qualification at Level 2 or above. Registration and exam fees are included.

Who this course is for

You will learn new skills to help you in everyday life and could go on to gain a nationally recognised qualification to help your CV stand out when applying for jobs.

Entry requirements

Suitable for those who do not already have a Maths qualification at Level 2 (GCSE grade C / Level 4) or above.

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 read and interpret data from tables, charts and diagrams.
  • You'll use measures including length, weight, capacity and time.
  • You'll handle money and work out straightforward calculations involving cost and change.
  • You'll apply maths to practical, everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Learning Bridlington, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Learning is paced to fit around other commitments. Assessment is through a formal written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll work through practice tasks and activities during the course to build up to the exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Learning Bridlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level
  • Care assistant: supports numeracy checks required in care settings
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations needed
  • Kitchen assistant: measuring and portioning require everyday maths
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading rotas and recording hours
  • Childminder or nursery assistant: supports further training requirements

What you could study next

Once you complete this qualification, you can move on to Functional Skills Maths Level 1, and then Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers and colleges ask for. You could also look at a functional skills maths qualification in English at Entry Level 3 or above, to strengthen your overall profile for work or further study.

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