Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Ashington. Classes run at Buzz Learning College, full-time during the day. This functional skills maths course covers practical maths skills you can use at work and in everyday life. Topics include working with numbers, measurements, and data in real contexts. The course runs over 36 weeks. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits one step below the GCSE maths equivalent standard, making it a solid foundation if you're working toward Level 2. NOCN Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills are practical skills in the subject mathematics at Level 1. NOCN Functional Skills are available for all learners to access, enhancing and developing confidence and independence for life and work using real life contexts. Functional Skills provides a practical grounding in the required skills and essential knowledge to enable individuals to operate effectively and independently.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use measurements and handle data in practical, everyday contexts.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and quantities.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll apply maths skills to realistic work and life situations.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Buzz Learning College, attending full-time during the day. Learning is built around practical, real-life contexts. Assessment is through a written examination set and marked by NOCN. You'll need to pass both a non-calculator and a calculator paper to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Buzz Learning College 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 this level.
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and basic calculations.
Care assistant: recording measurements and following numerical instructions.
Construction labourer: reading measurements and quantities on site.
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and following recipes accurately.
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 1 maths as a minimum.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the recognised GCSE maths alternative, accepted by employers and colleges as equivalent to a GCSE grade 4. The natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some centres if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications: many courses in construction, health and social care, and business require Level 1 or Level 2 maths alongside them.
