Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Saint Austell. Classes run at Link into Learning Clay TAWC during the day, part-time over 22 weeks. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers everyday number skills: working with fractions, percentages, measurements, and data. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Functional Skills Maths Level 1 is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. A manageable pace makes it easier to fit study around other commitments.
Who this course is for
This course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
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 problems involving money, including budgeting and calculating costs.
You'll use ratio and proportion in everyday situations.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a tutor. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by City and Guilds. There is no coursework portfolio at Level 1. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam through practice tasks and worked examples during class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Link into Learning Clay TAWC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
Care assistant: uses measurements and record-keeping on the job.
Warehouse operative: works with quantities, weights, and delivery data.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion costs.
Childcare worker: tracks attendance, ratios, and basic records.
Administrator: processes figures, invoices, and spreadsheet data.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges. A natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult learning centres if you prefer the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3: many courses in health and social care, business, or construction require a level 1 functional skills maths qualification or above as an entry condition.
