Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths course. Study online. You work through the course at your own pace, so it fits around work, family, or other commitments. The course covers everyday maths skills including numbers, fractions, percentages, and basic problem-solving. It takes around 60 hours to complete. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, and this Entry Level 3 course builds the foundation you need to progress toward it. You'll sit an assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
Details not currently avalible
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll use simple fractions and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure and work with length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money and work out basic costs and change.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You study online and work through learning materials at your own pace. Assessment is by a formal test set by City and Guilds. You must pass the test to earn the qualification. Derbyshire Adult Education Service will confirm the details of how and when you take the test when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derbyshire Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for maths at this level
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations required
Care assistant: medication records and basic numeracy needed
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and till work
Childcare worker: supports entry to childcare training courses
Admin assistant: invoices, data entry, and basic figures
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex problem-solving and data handling.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative. Many employers and colleges ask for this level as a minimum.
GCSE Maths: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification route after building your skills.
