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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Online – Surrey County Council

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Course. Study online through live weekly sessions on Zoom. This free functional skills maths course runs for 22 weeks, from January to July. Sessions are two hours a week, with at least two hours of private study expected outside class. You need to be 19 or over on 31 August 2025 and not hold a GCSE in Maths at grade A* to D (grade 9 to 3). You'll start with an online initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. This entry level functional skills maths qualification is a recognised GCSE maths alternative for adults.

Who this course is for

You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025 and not have a grade A* - D / grade 9 - 3 GCSE in Maths. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk. This is an academic course, and you must allow time for private study at home of at least 2 hours per week.

Entry requirements

You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025 and not have a grade A* D / grade 9 3 GCSE in Maths. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and basic calculations.
  • You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using everyday contexts.
  • You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
  • You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll use basic measures, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll apply maths to practical, real-life situations and problems.
  • You'll prepare for the City and Guilds Functional Skills Maths Entry 3 exam.

How you will learn

Classes run live online using Zoom, once a week for two hours. A subject specialist tutor leads each session. You'll also use Moodle and BKSB to support your learning between sessions. You need a reliable internet connection and an email address to take part. You must attend at least 90% of your sessions. The course is assessed by a formal exam at the end.

What you will need to bring

For online sessions you will need: a reliable internet connection, an email address, a ring binder or folder, lined paper, pens and pencils.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level
  • Care assistant: supports numeracy requirements in health and social care roles
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations are part of the role
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and till work all use everyday maths
  • Classroom support assistant: schools often require a maths qualification for this role
  • Administrator: basic data entry and record-keeping rely on number skills

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Qualification, you can move on to Functional Skills Maths Level 1. After that, Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers and colleges ask for. If you want to go further, Level 2 also opens the door to Level 3 qualifications and apprenticeships in a wide range of sectors.

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