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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Darlington

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Darlington. Evening classes run at Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre, fitting around work and other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course runs over 12 weeks and covers the practical maths skills employers ask for. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits below GCSE level; it's a recognised step toward Level 2, which is the gcse maths alternative accepted by most employers and colleges. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.

Who this course is for

Anyone aged 19+ who needs a maths qualification

Entry requirements

Aged 19+ Reside in the North Yorkshire or Tees Valley area and have the right to live and work in the UK and lived in the UK or EU continuously for the previous three years before the start of learning. Any questions please contact us.

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 and handle money calculations accurately.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work contexts.
  • You'll check and explain your answers using mathematical reasoning.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at The Coleridge Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Assessment is by a written external exam set by NOCN. You'll work through practice questions and problem-solving tasks during classes to prepare. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification; the exam is the single assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Education at The Coleridge Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: many roles require a maths qualification at this level
  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and pricing calculations
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and stock tasks
  • Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths as a minimum
  • Administrator: basic data entry and numerical record-keeping

What you could study next

The natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and further education colleges. From there, you could move into a vocational qualification, an apprenticeship, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma if you want to study at university level. Some learners also progress to GCSE Maths if they want the specific grade for a particular course or employer.

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