Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Blackburn. Classes run at Training 2000, full-time during the day. This level 1 functional skills maths course runs for 20 weeks and covers the practical maths skills employers and apprenticeship programmes look for. Entry requirements are flexible: a GCSE grade 4 is preferred, but applicants with lower grades are welcome and will go through further assessment. Functional Skills Level 1 sits below the GCSE maths equivalent level, making it a solid step if you need to build your maths before progressing further.
Who this course is for
16 to 18 year olds looking to secure an Apprenticeship within 6 months
Entry requirements
GCSE 4 ideally ,although applicants with lower grades can apply and will undergo through further assessments.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read, interpret, and draw simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use basic measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll understand and use simple ratios and proportions.
You'll check your answers and explain your methods clearly.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Training 2000, full-time during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, applying maths to real tasks and problems. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll sit the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Training 2000 will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Apprentice (any sector): most apprenticeships require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measuring are part of the daily role
Retail assistant: handling cash, discounts, and stock figures
Care assistant: recording measurements and following dosage instructions
Construction labourer: reading measurements and calculating materials
Customer service advisor: working with figures, targets, and data
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative that most employers and colleges accept. This is the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want a traditional GCSE grade, you can sit it as an adult through many colleges.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3: many courses in construction, health and social care, and business require a Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
