Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Farnborough. Classes run at Farnborough College of Technology, part-time during the day, over 36 weeks. This is a manageable pace that works well alongside other commitments. You'll build the maths skills used in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measures, and data. Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read, measure, and record time, length, weight, and capacity.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward calculations involving cost and change.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday and work-related contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Farnborough College of Technology. Teaching covers number, measure, and data handling through practical tasks and worked examples. Assessment is by a written test set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass the test to earn the Certificate. Your tutor will prepare you for it throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: employers often ask for maths at this level.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations required.
Care assistant: numeracy used in medication and record-keeping.
Catering assistant: measuring and handling money day to day.
Receptionist: handling bookings, payments, and schedules.
Childcare worker: maths is part of early years practice requirements.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the next step up, building on Entry Level 3 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many job roles and further training courses ask for maths at this level.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some colleges if you want the traditional qualification route.
