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Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Nottingham

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start9 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Beeston Library on Wednesday mornings, part-time over 22 weeks.

The course covers everyday numbers, shapes and measuring, and reading data and charts. You'll work with percentages, fractions, areas, averages, and probability, all in practical, real-life contexts. It's a recognised GCSE maths alternative for adults who want a solid maths qualification.

You'll complete an online initial assessment before you start, so the course is pitched at the right level for you. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1.

Who this course is for

adult only

Entry requirements

19+

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions in everyday situations.
  • You'll calculate with ratios and use them in practical contexts like budgeting.
  • You'll measure lengths, weights, areas, and volumes.
  • You'll read and use basic design plans and map scales.
  • You'll calculate averages and understand basic probability.
  • You'll read, interpret, and draw charts and graphs.
  • You'll develop exam technique to help you pass your City and Guilds assessment.

How you will learn

You'll attend weekly classroom sessions at Beeston Library. Learning is based on practical, everyday maths rather than abstract theory. You'll complete homework between sessions to reinforce what you cover in class. A textbook matched to your level is provided after your initial online assessment. The course is assessed by a City and Guilds exam.

What you will need to bring

A calculator, pen, and notepad are useful to bring to each session. A textbook will be provided to you after you complete your online initial assessment. Beeston Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handles pay calculations and records for an employer.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and cash handling.
  • Care assistant, supports clients and completes basic record-keeping.
  • Warehouse operative, works with measurements, quantities, and stock counts.
  • Catering assistant, follows recipes, measures ingredients, and manages portion costs.
  • Accounts assistant, supports a finance team with basic numerical tasks.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by most employers and colleges.
  • GCSE Mathematics, a traditional route if you want a GCSE grade for a specific employer or course.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen field, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as a condition of entry.
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