Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Southampton. Classes run at Itchen College, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. This entry level functional skills maths course covers everyday number skills: working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and measurements, and using maths to solve practical problems. It runs over one year. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, and this course builds the foundation toward that. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point.
Who this course is for
19+
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and decimals.
You'll read and interpret straightforward data, such as tables and charts.
You'll use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday contexts such as money and shopping.
You'll recognise and use simple shapes and basic geometry.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Itchen College, working through topics with a tutor and practising with exercises and worked examples. Assessment is by a written test set by City and Guilds. You must pass the test to earn the qualification. Your tutor will prepare you for the test throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Itchen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations are part of the role.
Care assistant: numeracy is needed for medication records and daily logs.
Catering assistant: measuring, weighing, and handling money are everyday tasks.
Receptionist: handling bookings, payments, and basic data entry.
Childcare worker: supporting early years settings requires practical numeracy.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Reaching Level 2 opens doors to apprenticeships, further training, and many job applications that ask for GCSE maths or equivalent.
GCSE Maths: available at some colleges if you want the traditional qualification after building your skills.
