Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Newcastle. Classes run at Martec Training. No prior maths knowledge or qualifications are needed to enrol. This is a full-time daytime functional skills maths course running over 39 weeks. It covers everyday number skills, problem-solving, and handling data. For those aged 16 to 19, or 16 to 24 with an EHCP. Completing this entry level functional skills maths qualification is a step toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
Who this course is for
16 - 19 years old or 16 - 24 with an EHCP
Entry requirements
no prior knowledge, understanding,skills or qualifications are required before learners register for this qualification.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll use fractions and simple percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems using money, time, and measurement.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
You'll apply maths to real situations such as budgeting or reading timetables.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Martec Training during the day. Learning is practical and task-based, covering number, measure, and data handling. Assessment is through a written test set and marked 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 accordingly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Martec Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Warehouse operative: uses measurement and number skills on shift.
Care assistant: records and reads basic numerical information.
Kitchen assistant: follows recipes using weights and quantities.
Delivery driver's mate: reads schedules and checks quantities.
Cleaner or facilities assistant: follows timed rotas and measures supplies.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills Maths: the next step up, covering more complex number and data skills.
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many job applications and further training courses ask for this level.
GCSE Maths: available alongside or after Functional Skills if you want a traditional qualification route.
