Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, part-time during the day. This is a free functional skills maths course for adults, running over 54 hours at a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. You'll cover the maths skills that employers and colleges ask for, from working with numbers and fractions to using data and measurements. Functional Skills Maths Level 1 sits one step below the GCSE maths equivalent, making it a strong gcse maths alternative if Level 1 is the right starting point for you. You'll have an initial assessment so the college can confirm the level and plan your learning.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll use basic algebra and formulae to solve practical problems.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts and graphs.
You'll apply measurement skills, including area, perimeter and volume.
You'll solve multi-step maths problems using the right methods.
You'll check and explain your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Francis St Calderdale College, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll sit the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready. There is no coursework component for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for Level 1 maths as a minimum.
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts and basic calculations.
Care assistant: recording measurements and following care plans accurately.
Catering assistant: weighing, measuring and following recipes to scale.
Construction labourer: reading measurements and working with quantities.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeship programmes require Level 1 maths.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and universities. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Maths: available at some colleges for learners who want the traditional qualification route.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3: many courses in health, construction, business and childcare require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
