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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Telford – Learn Telford

CostFREE
Duration17 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Telford. Classes run at Learn Telford, with start dates throughout the year across various venues in the borough. Daytime sessions run part-time over 17 weeks, giving you time to manage other commitments alongside your studies. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers everyday maths skills used in work and daily life. It sits below Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers. You'll start with a skills assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This course is available a various venues across the Borough with start dates throughout the year. Please get in touch to find out more information

Entry requirements

You'll complete a skills assessment to determine the level of the course at which you need to begin.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll use measurements, including length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems set in everyday and work contexts.
  • You'll check and explain your answers using appropriate methods.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Learn Telford. Teaching covers the skills and topics in the City and Guilds Level 1 specification. Assessment is by a formal written exam, which you'll sit when you're ready. Your progress will be supported throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learn Telford 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 Level 1 or above.
  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock, and figures day to day.
  • Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment.
  • Catering assistant: measuring, portioning, and stock tasks require basic maths.
  • Administrator: data entry and record-keeping roles often require a maths qualification.
  • Apprentice: most apprenticeships require Functional Skills Maths at Level 1 or Level 2.

What you could study next

Once you've completed your level 1 functional skills maths qualification, the natural next step is Functional Skills Maths Level 2. Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths alternative that employers and colleges most commonly ask for. Many apprenticeships, further education courses, and job applications accept it in place of a GCSE grade 4 or above. Some learners also move on to GCSE Maths if they want a traditional qualification.

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