Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Course in Cottingham. Classes run at Adult Learning Cottingham, part-time during the day. The course runs for 46 weeks, giving you time to build at a manageable pace. You'll develop the maths skills used in everyday life and work, covering number, measures, and handling data. This free functional skills maths course is open to anyone who does not already hold a maths qualification at Level 2 (GCSE grade C or Level 4) or above. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. 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 adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll use fractions and percentages in practical, everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll work with money, including budgeting and calculating change.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using more than one step.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Adult Learning Cottingham, working through activities and practice tasks with a tutor. Assessment is through a formal written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll also complete a separate on-screen or paper-based task covering the skills from the course. The centre will prepare you for both parts before you sit them.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult Learning Cottingham 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, times, and quantities
Warehouse operative - checking quantities and reading data
Catering assistant - weighing ingredients and managing portions
Cleaner or facilities operative - measuring products and tracking schedules
Admin assistant - working with figures, forms, and basic data
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1) - the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2) - the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level, and it opens doors to further training and higher-level courses.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3 or Level 1) - a natural companion qualification to strengthen your overall skills profile.
