Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Merton. Evening classes run at Merton College, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your learning. The course covers number, measure, and data handling at Level 1 and runs over 22 weeks part-time. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised gcse maths alternative that many employers accept in place of a GCSE grade.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll use measurements including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve practical problems involving money and budgeting.
You'll use basic formulas and understand simple ratios.
You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Merton College during evening sessions. Teaching covers the skills tested in the exam. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You must pass the exam to earn the qualification. There is no coursework component.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Merton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: many employers ask for maths at Level 1 or above.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks require this level.
Care assistant: numeracy checks are part of care sector recruitment.
Accounts administrator: entry-level finance roles often require a maths qualification.
Customer service advisor: handling payments and data needs solid number skills.
Teaching assistant: schools require a maths qualification at Level 2 minimum; Level 1 is the step before.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that employers and colleges most commonly ask for. Completing Level 1 puts you in a strong position to move straight on.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some colleges for adults who want the traditional qualification alongside or instead of Functional Skills.
