Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Basildon. Classes run at ACL Basildon. Sessions are daytime and part-time, with each class lasting around an hour. That pace works well if you have other commitments during the week. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers the maths you use in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measurements, and data. A free functional skills maths course for adults also opens doors to further study and higher-level training. Before you enrol, you'll book an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1 with certificate.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who needs to improve their Maths skills in their everyday lives and work or in order to gain access to further or higher education. You will work towards a qualification.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use maths to solve problems in everyday and work-based situations.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll work with measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money calculations and understand simple budgeting.
You'll check your answers and explain your reasoning clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at ACL Basildon, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is through a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There is also an on-screen test option depending on the centre's arrangements. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. ACL Basildon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and basic calculations.
Care assistant: uses maths for medication records and daily logs.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and checks delivery quantities.
Catering assistant: works with weights, portions, and food costs.
Childcare worker: tracks attendance, times, and basic records.
Administrator: processes data, invoices, and simple spreadsheets.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised gcse maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Maths: available at some adult learning centres if you want the GCSE grade itself.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications: many courses in health and social care, business, and construction require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
