Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Oldham. Classes run at Werneth Park Lifelong Learning Centre, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. You'll start with a skills check to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs over 30 weeks part-time, covering the practical maths skills that employers look for. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is recognised by employers when they ask for maths at this level, and it's a stepping stone toward Level 2, the gcse maths equivalent.
Who this course is for
Greater Manchester residents only. We offer a range of courses and qualifications to suit your needs and to help you gain skills to increase your employment prospects at a pace and time to suit you. You can improve your Maths skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications from Entry 1 up to Level 2. These qualifications can provide a stepping stone towards a Maths GCSE.
Entry requirements
Please visit the Lifelong Learning reception desk at Oldham Library, Greaves Street, Oldham OL1 1AL or contact us on 0161 770 8020 to arrange an initial discussion and skills check to assess your current level for any of our Maths courses.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll read and interpret charts, graphs, and tables.
You'll solve practical maths problems involving money, measurements, and time.
You'll use ratios and simple formulas in everyday contexts.
You'll check and explain your working clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Werneth Park Lifelong Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding sessions. Assessment is by a written external exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll also complete a skills check at the start so your learning is planned at the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Werneth Park Lifelong Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require maths at this level
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and figures
Care assistant: recording measurements and following instructions
Administration assistant: working with data and basic calculations
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing orders
Factory or production operative: quality checks and counting
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 (Pearson Edexcel): the gcse maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. The natural next step after Level 1, and often required for further training or apprenticeships.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want to progress to A-levels or certain higher education courses, a GCSE grade 4 or above may be required. Level 2 Functional Skills can help you prepare.
