Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Landmarks Rotherham, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. There are no entry requirements and no formal age restrictions. You'll study daytime over around a year, combining classroom sessions with online learning. The course covers number, measure, and handling data at Level 1. A Level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised GCSE maths alternative for many employers and colleges.
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 everyday contexts.
You'll read, interpret, and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve practical maths problems involving money, time, and measurement.
You'll use basic geometry, including shapes, space, and simple calculations involving area and perimeter.
You'll apply maths to real situations, such as budgeting, planning, and comparing quantities.
You'll develop the skills needed to tackle the Level 1 assessment with confidence.
How you will learn
You'll study through a blend of classroom sessions at Landmarks Rotherham and online learning you can complete in your own time. Assessment is by a written examination set and marked by City and Guilds. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to practical tasks and problems. There are no coursework components. Your tutor will use your initial assessment to plan which topics to focus on and when you're ready to sit the exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks Rotherham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and pricing day to day
Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment
Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and stock tasks require basic maths
Construction labourer: site work often requires a maths qualification for CSCS cards
Apprentice: most apprenticeships require Functional Skills Maths at Level 1 or above
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Employers and colleges that ask for GCSE maths accept Level 2 in its place. It's the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult learning centres if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many Level 2 courses in care, construction, or business require maths at Level 1 as a minimum, so this qualification opens those doors.
