Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Ipswich. Classes run at Suffolk New College, with part-time daytime sessions spread across one year. This functional skills maths course covers number, measure, and handling data at Entry Level 3, giving you a solid foundation for everyday maths. Classes run during the day, making it easier to fit study around other commitments. You'll have a screening assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you. You must be aged 19 or over to apply.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
You must be aged 19+ and successfully complete a screening assessment, which will be outlined via email upon application.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read and interpret data from tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll use measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday contexts.
You'll handle money and work out simple calculations involving cost and change.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Suffolk New College, with a tutor guiding your learning through practical tasks and exercises. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll work through the course content at a manageable pace over the year before sitting the external test.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College 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
Care assistant: supports numeracy requirements in care settings
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and stock tasks require basic maths
Catering assistant: portion control and till work need number confidence
Receptionist: handling appointments, payments, and basic records
Childminder or nursery assistant: everyday maths used in planning and budgeting
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number and data skills.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges accept this in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some colleges for those who want the traditional qualification route.
