Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Rotherham. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. This entry level functional skills maths course runs full-time during the day and takes around 75 hours to complete. You'll work on number, measure, and data skills in a classroom setting. An initial assessment at the start helps place you at the right level and plan your learning. This is a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification, and a stepping stone toward the Level 1 and Level 2 courses that serve as a GCSE maths alternative for employers and colleges.
Who this course is for
16-19
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 in everyday contexts.
You'll read, measure, and record time, length, weight, and capacity.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward costs and change.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. Learning is hands-on and task-based, working through practical maths activities. Assessment is by a written test set and marked by NCFE. You'll sit the test when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and recording goods
Care assistant: recording observations and basic calculations
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and following recipes
Childcare worker: tracking attendance and simple data
Apprentice in any trade: maths is a core requirement
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the next step up, covering more complex number and data skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the level that serves as a GCSE maths equivalent, recognised by employers and further education providers.
GCSE Maths: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification route.
