Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside Works South Shields, part-time during the day. To join, you'll need Level 1 Functional Skills Maths, or you can show you're working at that level when you're assessed. The course runs over around 60 days. It covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from number and calculation to problem-solving with data and measures. A functional skills maths course at this level is a recognised GCSE maths alternative, accepted by many employers and colleges. NCFE Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) with certificate.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at those over the age of 19 who would like to achieve a Functional Skills qualification.
Entry requirements
You should have a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths or demonstrate working at Level1 when initially assessed.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals in practical contexts.
You'll use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to solve problems.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll work with money, time, and measurements in everyday situations.
You'll identify and describe basic shapes and use simple spatial reasoning.
You'll check your own calculations and explain your methods.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at South Tyneside Works South Shields, with a tutor guiding sessions at a part-time daytime pace. Assessment is through a written exam set and marked by NCFE. You'll work through tasks that reflect real-life maths situations, and your tutor will track your progress throughout the course to make sure you're ready before you sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside Works South Shields will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: many employers ask for maths at this level or above.
Retail sales assistant: handling money and stock requires solid number skills.
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and checking are part of the daily role.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, temperatures, and stock use basic maths.
Childcare worker: supporting children's learning often requires a maths qualification.
Administrator: data entry and record-keeping rely on accurate number work.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills Maths: the next step up, and a stronger foundation for employment or further study.
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges accept it in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above.
GCSE Maths: if you want the GCSE qualification itself, Level 2 Functional Skills is solid preparation.
