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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Mansfield – West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Mansfield. Classes run at West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday daytimes. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers core number skills, measurements, and calculations, with a focus on applying maths to everyday situations. It runs over 12 months part-time, so the pace is manageable alongside other commitments. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, a functional skills maths qualification at Level 2 is the recognised alternative. You must be aged 19 or over to enrol.

Who this course is for

This FREE course is intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths skills and will focus on basic skills and how to apply them in everyday life. You can progress through the Functional Skills levels gaining nationally recognised qualifications. Why study this course? Help your child with their homework Improve your chance of getting a job Enhance your maths skills Understand if a promotional offer is an offer (e.g. buy one get one free) Gain the confidence to learn and work effectively and independently. You can study on-campus with daytime and evening study options available at our Adult Learning Centre.

Entry requirements

Learners are required to be aged 19 or over (on August 31 2025). You will undertake an initial assessment to determine what level you are currently working at and what level of course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll carry out calculations involving money, time, and measurements.
  • You'll interpret and use simple data, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll apply maths to solve problems you might encounter at work or at home.
  • You'll develop accuracy when checking quantities, prices, and everyday figures.

How you will learn

You'll study in small classroom groups at West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre. Learning is hands-on and applied, using real-life scenarios to practise skills. Assessment is through a written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll also complete an initial assessment at the start so your tutor can plan learning at the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handles cash, change, and stock counts daily.
  • Care assistant: uses measurements and record-keeping on the job.
  • Warehouse operative: works with quantities, weights, and delivery figures.
  • Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion sizes.
  • Childcare worker: supports numeracy activities and tracks progress.
  • Administrator: processes data, invoices, and basic calculations.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 3, you can move on to Functional Skills Maths Level 1, then Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent and is often required for further training, apprenticeships, and many job applications. From there, you could progress to a GCSE in Maths if you want a traditional qualification, or move into vocational courses where Level 2 maths is an entry requirement.

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