Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Learn for Life Enterprise, on London Road in Sharrow. This free maths course runs during the day and takes around 56 hours to complete. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. Level 1 Functional Skills Maths is widely accepted by employers as a solid foundation in numeracy, and it sits one step below the GCSE maths alternative that is Level 2. Earn an NCFE Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1 with certificate.
Who this course is for
If you are aged 19 or over, and want to do a course designed to build your confidence, progress towards a qualification and increase opportunities with employers.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables and graphs.
You'll use basic measures including length, weight, capacity and time.
You'll solve straightforward problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
You'll check your answers and explain your working in a clear way.
You'll apply maths to real situations such as money, shopping and planning.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at the centre, with tutor-led sessions during the day. Learning is flexible, so the centre can work around your schedule. Assessment is through an on-demand NCFE exam, which you sit when you and your tutor agree you're ready. The centre is an NCFE Exam Centre, so you take the test on site.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learn for Life Enterprise will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative — many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level
Retail assistant — handling cash, stock and basic calculations
Care assistant — numeracy needed for medication records and reporting
Catering assistant — measuring, portioning and stock tasks
Delivery driver's mate — route planning and load calculations
Cleaner or facilities operative — following schedules and recording hours
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2 — the GCSE maths alternative accepted by most employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 or Level 2 — pair your maths with an English qualification to strengthen your CV.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 — many courses in care, construction, business and retail require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
