Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Malton. Classes run at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. Over 18 weeks, you'll build the maths skills needed for everyday life and work. This is a free functional skills maths course for adults who don't yet hold an Entry Level 3 maths qualification or above. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
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 addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read, interpret, and use straightforward data from tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday contexts.
You'll use and compare measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money calculations and check answers for reasonableness.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment is through a formal written test set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass the test to earn your certificate. Your tutor will work through topics with you in class and give you practice tasks to build your skills before the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Malton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic maths skills
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping
Retail assistant: handling money and stock counts
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and till work
Childcare worker: supporting early years numeracy activities
Administrator: data entry and basic calculations
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex problem-solving and data handling.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and further education courses accept it in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
Vocational qualifications at Level 1 or 2: once you have your maths certificate, you may meet the entry requirements for trade or care qualifications that need a maths qualification at this level.
