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

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 Kettering. Classes run at Workpays Kettering, with daytime sessions and flexible study to fit around your life. You'll build practical maths skills covering number, measure, and data handling. The course runs for around 55 hours. It suits anyone without a recognised maths qualification who wants to earn one. A free functional skills maths course for adults who want a solid foundation before moving on to Level 1 or Level 2. This is a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification and a genuine gcse maths alternative for everyday work and study.

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 fractions and simple percentages.
  • You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll use measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll handle money and work out costs in practical situations.
  • You'll solve everyday maths problems using the skills you've learned.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Workpays Kettering, with a tutor guiding you through each topic. Assessment is by a written test set by City and Guilds. Before you start, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: basic maths is used daily for stock and orders.
  • Retail assistant: handling cash, change, and stock counts.
  • Care assistant: measuring, recording, and following instructions.
  • Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes.
  • Cleaning operative: reading labels, measuring products, timing tasks.
  • Factory or production worker: counting, measuring, and quality checks.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Course, you can move on to a functional skills maths course at Level 1, then Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for. You could also use your Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths Certificate as a stepping stone into vocational training where basic numeracy is required.

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