Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Wigan. Classes run at Hope School and College. You'll need Functional Skills Mathematics at Entry Level 3 to join. The course builds practical maths skills you can use in everyday life, education, and work. It runs full-time during the day and typically takes 2 years. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is a recognised GCSE maths alternative that many employers and colleges accept.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to develop practical skills that support them in day to day life, education and work. It will enable them to understand and develop their skills and competence in Mathematics whilst achieving a nationally recognised qualification.
Entry requirements
Functional Skills Mathematics at Entry Level 3
What you will learn
You'll use numbers confidently in everyday situations, including money, time, and measurements.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll carry out calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll solve practical maths problems in work and daily life contexts.
You'll check and verify your answers using different methods.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Hope School and College. Learning is hands-on and practical, focused on applying maths to real situations. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by OCR. 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. Hope School and College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handling money, stock, and basic calculations daily
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and checking orders accurately
Care assistant: recording observations and managing medication quantities
Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing portion sizes
Childcare worker: tracking development records and daily routines
Administrator: using spreadsheets and basic data in an office setting
What you could study next
Functional Skills Mathematics Level 2: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by most employers and colleges. A level 1 functional skills maths certificate is the direct entry point.
GCSE Maths: some learners move on to a full GCSE qualification after completing Level 2.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in health and social care, business, or construction require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
