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Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Mansfield

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 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 Mansfield. Classes run at Mansfield Central Library on Tuesday mornings, part-time over 22 weeks.

The course is for adults aged 19 or over. You'll work through everyday numbers, shapes and measuring, and reading data and charts. The maths is grounded in practical situations, like budgeting, measuring spaces, and understanding probability. You'll also learn exam techniques to help you succeed.

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, fractions, percentages, and ratios.
  • You'll calculate lengths, weights, areas, and volumes.
  • You'll read basic plans, map scales, and coordinates.
  • You'll calculate averages and understand basic probability.
  • You'll read and draw charts and graphs.
  • You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as managing money and measuring spaces.
  • You'll practise exam techniques to prepare for your City and Guilds assessment.

How you will learn

You'll attend weekly classroom sessions at Mansfield Central Library. Learning is based on practical, everyday maths rather than abstract theory. You'll complete homework between sessions. The course includes an online initial assessment at the start, which is used to match you to the right level and provide your textbook. Assessment is by a City and Guilds exam.

What you will need to bring

Bring your own calculator, pen, and notepad to each session. A textbook will be provided once you have completed your online initial assessment.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handles basic calculations and records for a small employer.
  • Retail assistant, uses maths for stock, pricing, and cash handling.
  • Care assistant, applies numeracy to medication records and daily logs.
  • Warehouse operative, works with measurements, quantities, and data entry.
  • Catering assistant, uses weights, measures, and portion calculations.
  • Receptionist, manages bookings, basic accounts, and data.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by most employers and colleges.
  • A vocational Level 2 qualification in your chosen field, where maths at Level 1 or above is often an entry requirement.
  • An apprenticeship, where Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is a standard component if you don't already hold a GCSE.
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