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Free Entry Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Newham – DTK College

CostFREE
Duration1 month
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 1 in Newham. Classes run at DTK College, part-time during the day. The course typically takes one month. You'll work on fundamental maths knowledge and skills, applying them to solve simple, everyday problems. Before you start, you'll complete an assessment and bring evidence of your highest maths qualification, so the course is pitched at the right level for you. Entry level functional skills maths classes like these are a solid starting point for building the maths you need in work and daily life.

Who this course is for

Functional Skills Mathematics Entry level 1 qualification: The purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics Entry Level 1 qualification is for learners looking to become confident in their use of fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills.

Functional Skills qualifications support learners to demonstrate their understanding by applying their knowledge and skills to solve simple mathematical problems or carry out simple tasks.

Entry requirements

Acceptance onto the course is by assessment. You will need to bring evidence of your highest Mathematics qualification. Before starting the course, you will be asked to complete an assessment to find out what you already know and understand.

What you will learn

  • You'll use whole numbers to count, order, and carry out simple calculations.
  • You'll recognise and use simple fractions in everyday contexts.
  • You'll read and interpret straightforward data, such as tables and charts.
  • You'll handle money and work out basic costs.
  • You'll measure and compare lengths, weights, and capacities using common units.
  • You'll apply maths skills to solve simple, practical problems.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at DTK College, with daytime sessions at a part-time pace. Learning is activity-based, focusing on applying maths to real tasks. Assessment is through a set task and an on-screen or paper-based test, as required by the NCFE Entry Level 1 specification. You'll need to bring evidence of your highest maths qualification when you attend your initial assessment.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to bring evidence of your highest Mathematics qualification to your initial assessment. DTK College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: basic maths used daily for stock and picking
  • Retail assistant: handling money, stock counts, and simple totals
  • Care assistant: measuring, recording, and following numeric instructions
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: reading quantities and schedules
  • Kitchen porter: weighing, measuring, and following simple recipes
  • Delivery driver's assistant: counting, sorting, and basic record-keeping

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2): the next step up, covering slightly more complex number work and problem-solving.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): builds further toward Level 1.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1: a significant step, and the level below the GCSE maths equivalent.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges.
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