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Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Smethwick

CostFREE
Duration24 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start21 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Smethwick. Evening classes run at Ron Davis Centre on Monday evenings, so you can fit study around work or other commitments.

The course runs for 24 weeks part-time. You'll cover addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, everyday money management, and maths skills for work. It's a recognised GCSE maths alternative that many employers accept in place of a GCSE.

You'll complete an initial interview and assessment before starting. You'll finish with a Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Maths.

Who this course is for

This learning pathway is designed to improve their maths skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification. This course is offered at level 1 and level 2

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, before you can join this course you will be required to complete an initial interview and assessment to ensure the course is suitable, and identify that you have an adequate level of English.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • You'll apply maths to everyday budgeting and money management.
  • You'll develop the maths skills needed for different types of work.
  • You'll read and interpret numbers, charts, and data.
  • You'll solve practical problems using whole numbers, fractions, and percentages.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Ron Davis Centre. Classes run on Monday evenings. Your tutor will guide you through topics and give you practice exercises. Assessment is through a written exam set by TQUK. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can plan your learning at the right level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ron Davis Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handles basic calculations and records for a small employer.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock counts, pricing, and cash handling.
  • Care assistant, uses numeracy for medication records and daily logs.
  • Warehouse operative, reads measurements and checks quantities.
  • Customer service advisor, processes orders and handles refunds accurately.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Maths, the recognised GCSE maths equivalent accepted by most employers and colleges.
  • GCSE Maths, for learners who want the traditional qualification for further study or specific roles.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in business, health and social care, or IT, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
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