Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Accrington
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Accrington. Classes run at St James Old School, part-time during the day. No prior qualifications are needed. The course runs for 55 hours at a manageable pace, giving you time to build your maths skills alongside other commitments. You'll cover everyday maths: working with numbers, handling money, measuring, and reading simple data. This entry level functional skills maths course is a recognised gcse maths alternative for adults who want a solid foundation before moving to Level 1 or Level 2.
Who this course is for
Via our Multiply funded project and for lower skilled an/or unemployed residents of Lancashire. Adults lacking confidence in maths can gain an Entry level 3 qualification in functional maths.
Entry requirements
No prior qualifications necessary, an interest in improving your Maths is all we need!
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll handle money, including calculating costs and giving change.
You'll read and use simple fractions and percentages in everyday situations.
You'll take measurements and use common units of length, weight, and capacity.
You'll tell the time and work with dates and simple timetables.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using information from real-life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at St James Old School, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday examples. Assessment is through a written test set by City and Guilds. You'll sit the test when your tutor agrees you're ready. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St James Old School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Care assistant: uses maths for medication records and timesheets.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and checks stock quantities.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and calculates portions.
Cleaner or facilities operative: follows schedules and measures cleaning products.
Childcare worker: tracks attendance, times, and simple records.
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. Many employers and colleges ask for this level.
Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas like health and social care, business, or retail often require Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or 2 alongside them.
