Free Entry Level 3 Maths Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, so it fits around your other commitments without needing to travel to a centre. This is a free maths course for adults aged 19 and over who want to build their maths skills and gain a recognised maths qualification. Importantly, this entry level maths course is assessed without a formal exam. The course typically takes 10 weeks. You must not already hold an Entry Level 3 or higher maths qualification to be eligible.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 3 level 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
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using everyday contexts.
You'll understand and use fractions and percentages in practical situations.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time using standard units.
You'll handle money, including calculating change and simple budgets.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using the skills above.
How you will learn
You study online and complete the course without sitting a formal exam. Assessment is through portfolio-style tasks and activities you complete as you work through the material. There is no timed written exam. You submit your work online, and your progress is reviewed against the requirements of the City and Guilds Certificate in Mathematics Skills (Entry 3).
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills used daily for stock and payments.
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data entry tasks.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, weights, and till work.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and measuring products.
