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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Nottingham – Futures Nottingham

CostFREE
Duration6 days
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Nottingham. Classes run at Futures Nottingham. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers everyday maths skills including numbers, measures, and handling data. It runs over 6 days of daytime classroom sessions. This entry level functional skills maths course is a recognised gcse maths alternative for adults who need a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 maths.

Who this course is for

Suitable for anyone who is wanting to develop their confidence in Maths skills.

Entry requirements

Based on initial assessments prior to enrolment.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
  • You'll use fractions and recognise simple percentages in everyday contexts.
  • You'll read and use information from tables, charts, and diagrams.
  • You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time using common units.
  • You'll handle money and work out straightforward calculations involving cost and change.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems you're likely to meet at work or in daily life.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Futures Nottingham, with support from a tutor. Assessment is through a written test set by City and Guilds. You'll complete tasks that show you can apply maths skills in practical, real-world situations. Your tutor will help you prepare for the test throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Futures Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic maths skills
  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
  • Care assistant: recording measurements and following instructions
  • Catering assistant: weighing, measuring, and following recipes
  • Delivery driver's mate: checking quantities and paperwork
  • Factory or production operative: quality checks and basic calculations

What you could study next

Once you have your Entry Level 3 certificate, the natural next step is the functional skills maths qualification at Level 1. After that, you can work toward Functional Skills Maths Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by employers and colleges. Some learners then move on to a vocational qualification or apprenticeship that requires Level 2 maths.

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