Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, so it fits around work, family, or other commitments. No prior qualifications are needed to start. The course typically takes 2 months. You'll cover number, measure, and data handling at Entry Level 3. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, completing this free functional skills maths course for adults is a recognised step toward that standard.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.
Entry requirements
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read, measure, and record length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward calculations involving cost.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and diagrams.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through learning materials at your own pace. Assessment is by a formal test set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to complete the test to earn your certificate. Qdos Training will confirm the test arrangements before you sit it.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Qdos Training 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 used daily for medication and records
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and pricing
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and portion control
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and quantities
Childcare worker: counting, recording, and basic data tasks
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex number and data work.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the qualification recognised as a GCSE maths alternative by employers and colleges. Many job applications and further education courses ask for Level 2 maths.
GCSE Maths: available through some colleges if you want a traditional GCSE grade alongside your Functional Skills progress.
