Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Landmarks Nottingham, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. There are no entry requirements and no formal age restrictions. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes one year to complete. It covers number, measures, and problem-solving in everyday contexts. Functional Skills Maths Level 1 is a recognised step toward Level 2, which is the GCSE maths equivalent many employers ask for.
Who this course is for
These qualifications are for learners of all ages. They are suitable for adults and young people across a wide range of settings. Note these qualifications are only available to centres and learners in England.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for these qualifications and no formal age restrictions.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use measurements and handle money calculations accurately.
You'll solve multi-step maths problems using the right methods.
You'll check your own working and identify errors.
You'll apply maths to real tasks such as budgeting, measuring, and comparing data.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. You'll study online at times that suit you and attend daytime sessions at Landmarks Nottingham. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. The exam tests both number skills and problem-solving. Your tutor will use your initial assessment to guide which areas you focus on throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require solid number skills.
Retail assistant: handling cash, discounts, and stock figures day to day.
Care assistant: recording observations and calculating medication doses accurately.
Construction labourer: reading measurements and calculating materials on site.
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion costs.
Administrator: working with spreadsheets, invoices, and basic data.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 maths, so this is the natural next step.
GCSE Mathematics: if you prefer the traditional route after completing Level 1.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as a condition of entry.
