Free Entry Level Functional Skills Maths Course in Wigan. Classes run at Hope School and College. You'll need Functional Skills Mathematics at Entry Level 1 to join. The course builds practical maths skills you can use in everyday life, education, and work. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 2 years. Functional Skills qualifications are recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to develop practical skills that support them in day to day life, education and work. It will enable them to understand and develop their skills and competence in Mathematics whilst achieving a nationally recognised qualification.
Entry requirements
Functional Skills Mathematics at Entry Level 1
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll handle money and understand basic budgeting in everyday situations.
You'll read and use simple measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll interpret straightforward data presented in tables, charts, or lists.
You'll solve simple maths problems linked to real daily tasks and activities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hope School and College. Assessment for OCR Functional Skills Mathematics at Entry Level 2 is task-based and focuses on applying maths skills in practical contexts. You'll complete set tasks that show you can use maths in everyday situations. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hope School and College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and basic calculations daily.
Warehouse operative: uses measurements, quantities, and picking records.
Kitchen assistant: follows recipes, measures ingredients, and manages timings.
Care assistant: records observations and manages basic daily tasks.
Cleaning operative: follows schedules, measures products, and manages time.
What you could study next
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3: the next step up, building on Entry Level 2 skills.
Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 1: moves you closer to the GCSE maths equivalent level and opens more employment and training options.
Functional Skills qualification in English at Entry Level 2 or 3: develop your English alongside your maths.
