Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Course in Wakefield. Evening classes run at Manygates Adult Education Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course covers using maths to solve everyday problems in real-life situations, at the right level for you. It can help you develop the maths skills needed for work or further study. Classes run for 13 weeks part-time. An initial assessment makes sure this is the right level before you start.
Who this course is for
On this course, learn how to use Maths to solve everyday problems in real-life situations at the right level for you.
Entry requirements
Please contact us on 01924 303302 for more information.
What you will learn
You'll use numbers to solve practical, everyday problems.
You'll work with money, measurements, and time in real-life contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll carry out addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll apply maths skills to situations you encounter at work or in daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Manygates Adult Education Centre through tutor-led sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through a written exam set by NOCN. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can plan your learning at the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Manygates Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic maths skills
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and figures day to day
Care assistant: recording measurements and following written instructions
Catering assistant: weighing, measuring, and following recipes
Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities with children
Administrator: working with data, spreadsheets, and figures
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): the next step up, and a recognised gcse maths alternative for many employers and training providers.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the level that meets the GCSE maths equivalent standard recognised by employers and colleges.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult education centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
