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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Northallerton – Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service – Evening

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 18 weeks part-time. You'll cover number, measure, and data handling at Entry Level 3, building the maths skills that employers and further training providers ask for. This is a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification and a solid step toward Level 1 and eventually a GCSE maths alternative at Level 2.

Who this course is for

This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Entry Level 3 or higher qualification

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
  • You'll use fractions and recognise simple percentages in everyday contexts.
  • You'll handle money, including calculating costs, change, and simple budgets.
  • You'll read and use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll solve straightforward maths problems in real everyday situations.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group work, and practice activities. Assessment is through a written external test set by City and Guilds. You'll also complete an initial assessment at enrolment 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. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many roles ask for basic maths skills at entry level
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication records and daily logs
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require this level
  • Catering assistant: portion control and till use need confident number skills
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and measuring products
  • Childcare worker: supporting early years numeracy starts here

What you could study next

Once you have your Entry Level 3 certificate, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 1. After that, Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, which many employers and colleges require. If you're heading into a trade or professional role, Level 2 maths opens the door to apprenticeships, vocational qualifications, and further study.

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