Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Hinckley
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths in Hinckley. Classes run at Workpays Hinckley, with daytime attendance and flexible study. This entry level functional skills maths course is open to those who don't yet hold a recognised maths qualification. You'll build practical number skills across 55 hours of classroom-based learning, covering the kind of maths used in everyday life and work. It's a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
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 counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
You'll understand and use simple fractions and percentages.
You'll read and interpret straightforward data from tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll use basic measures, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll apply maths to practical, everyday situations at work and at home.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Hinckley, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is by a written test set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll complete the test when you and your tutor agree you're ready. There's no coursework portfolio for this qualification; the test is the sole assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Hinckley 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: handling cash, stock counts, and simple calculations
Care assistant: recording measurements and following written instructions
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading rotas, timesheets, and basic records
Factory or production operative: counting, measuring, and quality checks
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the natural next step after Entry Level 3, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 maths, so this is the qualification to aim for once you've completed Level 1.
