Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Course in South Shields. Classes run at Horsley Hill Family Hub, part-time during the day. The course runs over 11 days, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build practical maths skills covering everyday number work, measures, and handling data. This is a recognised entry level functional skills maths qualification, and a stepping stone toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, which is the GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3) with certificate.
Who this course is for
Adults seeking to develop their maths knowledge and skills while gaining certification
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 in everyday contexts.
You'll read and measure using common units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money, including calculating change and simple budgets.
You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems you might meet at home or at work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Horsley Hill Family Hub, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through a written test set by NOCN. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the course is matched to 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. Horsley Hill Family Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic numeracy required
Care assistant: numerical skills used in recording and medication support
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and till work
Childcare worker: supports applications for further training
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading rotas, quantities, and timesheets
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the next step up, covering more complex number work and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many job adverts and further education courses ask for this level.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want a traditional qualification route.
