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Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Coventry – Workpays Coventry

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Coventry. Classes run at Workpays Coventry, with daytime sessions on a flexible schedule. This entry level functional skills maths course covers number, measure, and data handling at a practical, everyday level. It's a recognised starting point if you don't currently hold a maths qualification. The course runs for around 55 hours. A free functional skills maths course for adults who want a solid foundation before moving toward a GCSE maths alternative at Level 1 or Level 2.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to improve their maths skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Entry Level 2. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.

Entry requirements

You do not currently hold any maths qualifications and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.

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 and interpret everyday data, such as tables, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll use measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll handle money calculations in practical, real-world contexts.
  • You'll develop the analytical and problem-solving skills that support everyday tasks at work and at home.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Coventry, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and task-based. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by City and Guilds. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification. Your tutor will use an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point and to plan your learning from there.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Coventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic numeracy skills
  • Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing
  • Care assistant: records, measurements, and medication support
  • Catering assistant: portion control, weights, and ordering
  • Cleaning operative: quantities, schedules, and stock checks
  • Factory or production operative: basic measurement and quality checks

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. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, Level 2 meets that requirement. From there, you could move into vocational qualifications or apprenticeships that require a Level 2 maths standard.

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