Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Chorley. Classes run at Living Waters Church during the day, part-time, making it easier to fit around family, caring, or other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers everyday maths skills you can use at work and in daily life. A recognised gcse maths alternative, it shows employers you can handle numbers confidently. The course runs for around 55 hours in total. You'll sit an assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
Via our Multiply funded project and for lower skilled an/or unemployed residents of Lancashire. Adults lacking confidence in maths can gain an Level 1 qualification in functional maths.
Entry requirements
An entry level qualification would be desirable and an interest in improving your Maths.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work-based contexts.
You'll check and correct calculations to make sure answers are reasonable.
You'll use simple formulas and understand basic ratio and proportion.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Living Waters Church, working through maths topics with a tutor and other learners. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning. Assessment is by a written exam at the end of the course. The exam tests how you apply maths to real situations, not just how you recall facts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Living Waters Church will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require Level 1 maths as a minimum.
Care assistant: employers often ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Retail assistant: handling stock, pricing, and cash requires solid number skills.
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and costing food uses everyday maths.
Administrator: data entry and basic calculations are part of most admin roles.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy starts with your own qualification.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the step most employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE maths equivalent. Many job adverts and further education courses ask for it.
GCSE Mathematics: available through some colleges if you want a traditional GCSE grade.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, business, or construction ask for Level 1 maths as a starting point.
