Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Newcastle. Classes run at Martec Training. 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 runs full-time during the day and typically takes 39 weeks. It covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from number and calculation to problem-solving with data. A level 1 functional skills maths course is a recognised GCSE maths alternative that many employers accept in place of a GCSE.
Who this course is for
16 - 19 year olds or 16 - 24 with an EHCP
as part of the study programme
Entry requirements
none required
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll solve problems involving money, measurements, and time.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use basic statistical ideas to make sense of data.
You'll apply maths to realistic, everyday situations at work and at home.
You'll develop the skills needed to sit the Pearson Edexcel Level 1 assessment.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Martec Training, with daytime sessions across the week. Assessment is through a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel, covering both number and measures, and handling data and problem-solving. There is no coursework portfolio. You'll sit the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Martec Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for Level 1 or Level 2 maths
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic calculations required
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication and record-keeping
Hospitality worker: handling payments and measuring portions
Apprentice in construction or motor industry: maths is part of most apprenticeship programmes
Administrator: everyday number work in most office roles
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that most employers and colleges ask for. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification puts you in a strong position to move straight on to Level 2.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in construction, health and social care, and business require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of the programme.
