Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Preston. Classes run at Preston College. You'll study in a classroom setting, with flexible daytime functional skills maths classes to fit around your life. The course covers everyday number skills: working with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and basic measures. It typically takes around 12 hours to complete. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised step toward Level 2, which is the GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
Who this course is for
This course is for those interested in gaining a qualification in Foundations for Learning and Life
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll use fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll work with common measures such as length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve straightforward problems using maths in everyday situations.
You'll check your answers and explain your methods clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Preston College, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to real-life tasks and problems. Your tutor will use an initial assessment to confirm that Level 1 is the right starting point and to plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Preston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles ask for basic numeracy skills
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
Care assistant: recording measurements and following instructions
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and reading schedules
Delivery driver: route planning and basic calculations
Cleaner or facilities operative: measuring products and reading rotas
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the next step up, and the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and further education colleges. Many job applications and college courses ask for Level 2 maths or equivalent.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as health and social care, business administration, or construction: most require Level 1 maths as a minimum, and some require Level 2.
