Free Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1 in Warrington. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your programme. The course runs full-time during the day and covers the core maths skills employers and further education providers look for. At 75 hours, it's a focused block of study. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, a Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics shows solid foundation-level ability.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve practical problems involving money, measurement, and time.
You'll understand and use simple ratios and proportions.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
You'll apply maths to work-related and real-life situations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington, with tutor-led sessions and guided practice. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by NCFE. You'll work through tasks and practice questions during the course to prepare for the exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Warrington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear written and numerical communication required
Retail sales assistant: handling transactions and stock data daily
Warehouse operative: reading labels, counts, and delivery records
Care assistant: recording observations and following written instructions
Apprentice in any trade: maths is a core requirement for most apprenticeships
Admin assistant: working with figures, forms, and basic data
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the step that meets the GCSE maths equivalent standard many employers and colleges require.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification.
A vocational qualification at Level 2 in your chosen sector: most Level 2 courses expect or include Level 1 maths as a foundation.
