Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Manchester. Classes run at Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs for 41 weeks, giving you time to build at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover number, measure, and data handling at Entry Level 3. This is a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification, and a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, which is the GCSE maths equivalent accepted by many employers.
Who this course is for
Refer to the website for course information.
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll handle money and solve straightforward problems involving cost and change.
You'll read and use simple fractions and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and temperature using common units.
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 practical maths problems drawn from everyday life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Assessment is by a written external test set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abraham Moss Adult Learning 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
Warehouse operative - stock counting and basic numeracy required
Care assistant - supports numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping
Catering assistant - measuring, portioning, and handling money
Cleaner or facilities operative - reading schedules and basic data
Childcare helper - supports entry into further childcare training
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1) - the next step up, covering more complex number and data work.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2) - the GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Many job adverts that ask for GCSE maths will accept Level 2 Functional Skills.
GCSE Maths - available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification after completing Level 2.
