Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Wakefield. Evening maths classes run at Manygates Adult Education Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. The course covers using maths to solve everyday problems in real-life situations, from handling money to working with measurements and data. It runs for 13 weeks part-time. If you're looking for a gcse maths alternative or want a recognised level 1 functional skills maths qualification, you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The Maths Move On course will help you to use Maths to solve everyday problems, in real-life situations, at the right level for you. It can help you improve your Maths to develop study or work skills and gain a functional skills qualification.
What you will learn
You'll use numbers to solve practical, everyday problems.
You'll work with fractions, decimals, and percentages in real-life contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll handle money calculations, including budgets and bills.
You'll apply maths skills relevant to work and further study.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Manygates Adult Education Centre, with a tutor guiding you through practical maths tasks. Assessment is through a written exam set by NOCN. There is also an on-screen test option depending on the centre's arrangements. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Manygates Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require basic maths for stock and picking.
Care assistant: maths used in medication measurements and record-keeping.
Retail assistant: handling cash, change, and stock counts.
Catering assistant: weights, measures, and portion calculations.
Construction labourer: measurements and quantities on site.
Admin assistant: data entry, invoices, and spreadsheets.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 maths, so this is a natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult education centres if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 or above: many courses in health, business, or construction require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
