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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Morpeth – Northumberland Skills, various venues

CostFREE
Duration30 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Morpeth. Classes run at Northumberland Skills, various venues, on a part-time daytime basis.

The course fits around other commitments, running at a manageable pace. You'll cover number, fractions, decimals, percentages, and basic problem-solving. Units also include measurement, shape, and handling data. The course typically takes 30 months part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

Adult

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • You'll use fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
  • You'll solve practical problems involving money, time, and measurement.
  • You'll interpret and use simple charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll apply basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and shape properties.
  • You'll check and communicate results clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Teaching covers practical, real-world maths tasks. Assessment is by a written external test set by Pearson Edexcel. You must pass the test to gain the qualification. There is no coursework component at this level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland Skills, various venues will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, handles cash, change, and stock counts daily.
  • Warehouse operative, uses measurement and data in a busy logistics role.
  • Care assistant, applies numeracy in medication records and daily reporting.
  • Catering assistant, uses weights, measures, and portion calculations.
  • Administrator, supports office teams with data entry and basic calculations.
  • Customer service advisor, handles pricing and account queries with confidence.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by employers and colleges.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as a condition of entry.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, to strengthen your overall employability alongside your maths qualification.
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