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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Newark

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Newark. Classes run at Dukeries Campus. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. The course covers number, measures, and data handling at Level 1, building the maths skills that many employers and further education courses ask for. This level 1 functional skills maths course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 11 months.

Who this course is for

TBC

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll use measurements and handle units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work contexts.
  • You'll use basic geometry, including area and perimeter.
  • You'll check and verify your own calculations.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Dukeries Campus, with tutor-led sessions and practice activities. Assessment is by a formal written exam set and marked externally. You'll need to pass both a skills check and the final exam to earn the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Dukeries Campus 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.
  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and basic calculations.
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping.
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and stock tasks.
  • Construction labourer: reading measurements and site calculations.
  • Delivery driver: route planning and basic number work.

What you could study next

Once you have this qualification, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Level 2 is what most employers and colleges mean when they ask for GCSE maths. From there, you could move into vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3 in areas such as health and social care, business, or construction, depending on the career you're working toward.

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