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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Helston – Helston Adult Education Centre

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Helston. Classes run at Helston Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs for 22 weeks, giving you time to build your skills at a manageable pace. You'll cover the maths you use in everyday life and work, from number and fractions to measurements and data. A functional skills maths qualification at this level is a recognised step toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the GCSE maths equivalent many employers ask for.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their maths skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • You'll use fractions and recognise simple percentages.
  • You'll handle money calculations in everyday contexts.
  • You'll read and use measurements, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Helston Adult Education Centre, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. Before you start, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm that Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths is the right level for you. The centre will use the results to plan your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Helston Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level or above.
  • Care assistant: numeracy is used daily for medication, records, and rotas.
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement are part of the role.
  • Catering assistant: portion control and till work require basic maths.
  • Childcare worker: counting, measuring, and recording are routine tasks.

What you could study next

Once you've completed this entry level functional skills maths course, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 1. After that, Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the GCSE maths alternative that most employers and colleges accept. If you're also working on your English, an Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English course runs alongside maths at many centres.

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