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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths in Leicester

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers number, measure, and data handling in practical, everyday contexts. It takes around 55 hours and is a recognised step toward the Level 2 qualification, which is the GCSE maths equivalent accepted by many employers.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to improve their maths skills and currently do not have a recognised qualification at Level 1. It will also help to improve employability, communication and anaylsis skills, which are helpful in all areas.

Entry requirements

Ideally, you will have completed the Entry Level 3 maths course or either have qualifications already at Level 1 or are able to show working ability at Level 1.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in real contexts.
  • You'll use measurements, shapes, and space to solve practical problems.
  • You'll read and interpret tables, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll use maths to handle money, time, and everyday calculations.
  • You'll check and explain your working clearly.
  • You'll apply maths to problems in work and daily life.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Leicester with daytime sessions on a flexible schedule. Learning is hands-on and task-based. Assessment is through a written external exam set and marked by City and Guilds. You must pass the exam to earn the qualification. There is no coursework component at this level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative: many roles require a maths qualification at Level 1 or above.
  • Retail assistant: stock, pricing, and till work all draw on this level of maths.
  • Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment and DBS processes.
  • Catering assistant: portion control, ordering, and till use require confident number skills.
  • Construction labourer: measurement and calculation are part of everyday site work.
  • Admin assistant: data entry, invoicing, and scheduling all use practical maths.

What you could study next

Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the natural next step. It is the recognised gcse maths alternative accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE Maths grade 4 or above. From there, you could move into vocational qualifications at Level 2 or 3 in your chosen sector, or onto an Access to Higher Education Diploma if you're considering university.

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