Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This level 1 functional skills maths course runs over 18 weeks part-time. It covers the practical maths skills used in everyday life and work. A functional skills maths qualification at Level 1 is widely accepted where employers ask for a foundation level of numeracy. You'll sit an assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Level 1 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and measurement.
You'll work with simple formulas and basic algebra.
You'll understand and compare data in everyday situations.
You'll apply maths to real tasks such as calculating costs or reading scales.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Northallerton Adult Education. You'll work through topics with a tutor and practise applying maths to everyday situations. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll have an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm that Functional Skills Maths Level 1 is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many roles ask for a level 1 maths qualification as a minimum.
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing calculations daily.
Care assistant: numeracy needed for medication records and care documentation.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and checks stock accurately.
Catering assistant: uses weights, measures, and portion calculations at work.
Customer service advisor: works with figures, invoices, and account queries.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised gcse maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some adult education centres if you want the GCSE qualification specifically.
Level 2 vocational qualifications: many require a functional skills maths qualification at Level 1 or 2 as part of their entry or completion criteria.
