Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Barnsley. Classes run at Wombwell Community Education Centre on a part-time daytime timetable, running over 36 weeks. You'll start with a guidance session to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from handling numbers and money to working with data and measurements. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised GCSE maths alternative that many employers accept.
Who this course is for
Anyone. Please contact us for more information.
Entry requirements
An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and measurements.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and simple shapes.
You'll apply maths to real tasks, such as calculating costs or reading data at work.
You'll build the maths skills that employers look for in a range of jobs.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Wombwell Community Education Centre. Learning is part-time and daytime, spread over 36 weeks. You'll be assessed through a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. There is also an on-screen test option depending on the centre's arrangements. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wombwell Community Education Centre 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.
Care assistant: maths is used daily for medication records and reporting.
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing.
Administrator: data entry, invoicing, and spreadsheet work.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy tasks.
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing orders.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the step up from Level 1 and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges require Level 2 as a minimum.
GCSE Maths: available at some adult learning centres if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Vocational qualifications in health and social care, business administration, or childcare often require Level 2 maths as an entry condition, so completing Level 2 first opens those doors.
