Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Guisborough. Classes run at Prior Pursglove College. This full-time daytime course runs over one year. It covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from working with numbers and fractions to using data and solving practical problems. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits one step below GCSE level and is a recognised gcse maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is available to students aged 16-18 yrs
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and compare data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and measurements.
You'll use basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and shape properties.
You'll apply maths to realistic, everyday situations.
You'll check and explain your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Prior Pursglove College, working through topics with a tutor and practising skills through exercises and tasks. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass both a reading and a task-based component to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Prior Pursglove College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require basic maths.
Care assistant: numeracy is needed for medication and record-keeping.
Catering assistant: portion control and till work use everyday maths.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths as a minimum.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the next step up, recognised by employers as a GCSE maths equivalent. Many jobs and Level 3 courses ask for it.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners move on to a full GCSE after completing a level 1 functional skills maths course.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: trades, health and social care, business, and other sectors often require Level 1 maths as a foundation.
