Free Functional Skills Mathematics Level 1 in Northallerton. Classes run at Triage Northallerton, part-time during the day. The course runs over 15 days, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll build the practical maths skills that employers and further education providers look for. Level 1 Functional Skills is a recognised step toward Level 2, which is the GCSE English alternative accepted by many employers. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages in everyday situations.
You'll interpret and compare data presented in tables, charts and diagrams.
You'll solve practical problems involving money, measurement and time.
You'll understand and use simple formulas and relationships between numbers.
You'll check your answers and explain your methods clearly.
You'll apply maths skills in work-related and real-life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Triage Northallerton. Learning is hands-on and task-focused, working through practical activities that reflect everyday and workplace situations. Assessment is by a written external test set and marked by NCFE. You'll need to pass the test to earn your qualification. Your tutor will prepare you for this throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Northallerton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear communication and number skills valued
Retail sales assistant: handling transactions and stock counts
Warehouse operative: reading labels, counting, and recording stock
Care assistant: recording observations and following written instructions
Administrator: data entry, filing, and basic calculations
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing orders
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics: the next step up, and the level recognised as a GCSE maths alternative by most employers and colleges. A natural follow-on once you complete Level 1.
Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English: if you want to build your reading and writing skills alongside your maths, Level 1 English covers similar ground in literacy.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many Level 2 courses in care, business, or retail require Level 1 Functional Skills as a minimum entry point.
