Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Bolton. Classes run at Birtenshaw College. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers number, measures, and data handling at Level 1, building the maths skills employers and colleges look for. It's a recognised gcse maths alternative when employers ask for maths at this level. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 24 months.
Who this course is for
Learners working at Level 1
Entry requirements
Learners should be working at Level 1
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use measurements and handle everyday units of length, weight, and capacity.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work-related contexts.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
You'll use maths to plan, compare, and make decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Birtenshaw College with tutor-led sessions and practical tasks. Assessment is through a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to pass the exam to earn the Certificate. Your tutor will prepare you with practice tasks and mock assessments before you sit the final test.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Birtenshaw College 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.
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and basic calculations.
Care assistant: recording measurements and following care plans accurately.
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and following portion guides.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths on entry.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the step up from Level 1 and the qualification employers and colleges treat as equivalent to a GCSE maths pass. Most apprenticeships and further education courses require it.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification instead.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: once you have Level 1 maths, many Level 2 courses in care, business, construction, and retail become accessible.
