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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Carlisle – Carlisle College

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Carlisle College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 15 weeks, with weekly three-hour sessions. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can join whether you're building on existing maths skills or starting fresh. You'll cover reading and using mathematical information, choosing the right calculations, and presenting results clearly. These are the maths skills employers look for, and this free functional skills maths course for adults is a recognised gcse maths alternative. Assessment is by exam, with a non-calculator and a calculator section.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at anyone who wants to develope skills in maths in order to apply for employment or everyday life

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll read, understand, and use mathematical information and terms.
  • You'll identify suitable operations and calculations to reach correct answers.
  • You'll check whether your answers make sense in context.
  • You'll present results clearly and accurately.
  • You'll explain your reasoning to support your answers.
  • You'll apply maths skills to everyday situations and workplace tasks.

How you will learn

You'll attend weekly three-hour classroom sessions at Carlisle College over 15 weeks. Assessment is by a final written exam with two sections: a non-calculator paper (25 minutes) and a calculator paper (90 minutes). You must pass both sections to gain the qualification and receive your certificate.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Carlisle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level.
  • Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations required.
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping.
  • Receptionist: handling bookings, payments, and basic figures.
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and till work.
  • Delivery driver: route planning and basic record-keeping.

What you could study next

Once you complete this course, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent and is accepted by most employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above. After Level 2, you could move into a vocational qualification, an apprenticeship, or an Access to Higher Education course, depending on where you want to go.

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