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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Online – Crook Adult Learning And Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1. Study online. You work at your own pace, so the course fits around your existing commitments. Over 36 weeks, you'll cover calculating, measuring, and working with fractions, decimals, and percentages, applying these skills to everyday situations. A free functional skills maths course for adults who want a recognised level 1 functional skills maths qualification without travelling to a class. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Anyone wishing to boost their skills and gain a functional skills qualification

What you will learn

  • You'll calculate with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll measure and work with units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll interpret and use data from charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll solve problems involving money and everyday financial calculations.
  • You'll apply maths skills to real situations at home and at work.
  • You'll use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.

How you will learn

You study through an online learning programme tailored to your needs. You have access to weekly online tutorial sessions with a tutor. Assessment is by a formal exam, taken face to face at a centre in line with current guidance. You'll need a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection to complete the online study.

What you will need to bring

You'll need access to a computer or laptop and the internet. Crook Adult Learning And Skills Service 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: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment.
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and stock tasks require maths.
  • Construction labourer: measuring and calculating materials on site.
  • Delivery driver: route planning and load calculations benefit from this level.

What you could study next

The natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. Passing Level 2 opens doors to apprenticeships, further vocational training, and many job roles that specify GCSE maths or equivalent. From there, you could move into a GCSE Maths qualification if you want to progress to A-levels or higher education.

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