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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Bodmin – Cornwall Adult Education at Bodmin Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Bodmin. Classes run at Cornwall Adult Education at Bodmin Adult Learning Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 18 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers everyday maths skills: working with numbers, fractions, percentages, measurements, and data. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Functional Skills Maths Level 1 is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll use measurements and understand units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll solve problems involving money and everyday calculations.
  • You'll use basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and simple shapes.
  • You'll apply maths to real-life situations such as budgeting, cooking, and DIY.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a tutor. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering maths in everyday contexts. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll complete the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification; the exam is the sole assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall Adult Education at Bodmin Adult Learning Centre 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: recording measurements and following care plans
  • Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and following recipes
  • Construction labourer: reading measurements and following instructions
  • Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities with children

What you could study next

A natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Level 2 is the level most employers mean when they ask for maths at GCSE standard. From there, you could move into vocational qualifications in your chosen field, or explore A-level Maths if you want to progress into higher education.

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