Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Rotherham. Classes run at CTS Training (Manvers - Rotherham) during the day, with flexible study to fit around you. This entry level functional skills maths course covers the core number, measurement, and data skills you use in everyday life and work. It takes around 100 hours to complete. If you're looking for a gcse maths alternative or want a functional skills maths qualification without sitting traditional exams, this course builds those foundations.
Who this course is for
16-19 or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan
Entry requirements
***RECRUITING NOW for 2025/2026*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you a school leaver who didnt quite get the grades when you left school at or before year 11 or sixth form or college? No matter how well you did prior, we can help you get where you want to be on a CTS Study Programme to help you gain the qualifications & confidence you may need for the future.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll handle money calculations and understand simple budgets.
You'll read and use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday contexts.
You'll check your answers and explain your working.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at CTS Training (Manvers - Rotherham), with flexible attendance during the day. Assessment is through a set task and an externally marked test. Both assess how you apply maths skills to real-life situations. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTS Training (Manvers - Rotherham) will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require basic maths for stock and picking
Retail assistant: handling cash, change, and stock counts
Care assistant: recording measurements and following care plans
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and following recipes
Apprentice in any trade: maths is a core requirement for most apprenticeships
Administrator: data entry, invoices, and simple calculations
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex calculations and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges. Many apprenticeships and further education courses require it.
GCSE Maths: available through some colleges if you want the traditional qualification route after building your skills.
