Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Buxton
CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Buxton. Classes run at Fairfield Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day, making it easier to fit study around other commitments. This entry level functional skills maths course covers practical maths skills you use in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measurements, fractions, and simple data. The course runs for around 60 hours in total. A functional skills maths qualification at Entry Level 3 is a solid step toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent.
Who this course is for
Details not currently avalible
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll use fractions and percentages in practical, everyday contexts.
You'll read and measure using common units, including length, weight, and time.
You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using more than one step.
You'll check your answers and explain your working.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Fairfield Adult Education Centre. Teaching covers practical maths tasks linked to real situations. Assessment is by a written test set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass the test to earn your certificate. Your tutor will prepare you for the test throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Fairfield Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic maths skills
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and figures daily
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and following recipes
Childcare worker: counting, recording, and basic data tasks
Delivery driver: route planning, weights, and time management
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative, accepted by employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
GCSE Maths: available at some adult education centres if you want the GCSE qualification specifically.
