Free Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Think Employment Lincoln, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. The course runs part-time over 16 weeks, with daytime sessions. You do not need any previous qualifications to join. 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 free functional skills maths course for adults covers practical maths skills that employers look for, and it is a recognised GCSE maths alternative.
Who this course is for
Living in Boston? If you want to build your maths skills and live in Lincolnshire, this funded course is your chance to move forward. In 16 weeks, you will work towards Functional Skills Maths at the level that suits you. You do not need any previous qualifications, just the willingness to take the next step.
Entry requirements
Aged 19 or over. Live in Lincolnshire. Must have the right to work and study in the UK. Must not already hold a GCSE in Maths at grade C (or 4) or above.
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
You'll handle fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret data, charts, and graphs.
You'll use measurements and apply them to practical situations.
You'll solve problems using maths in real-life scenarios such as budgeting and planning.
You'll develop the skills to meet the standard recognised as a GCSE maths equivalent by many employers.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. You'll attend daytime sessions at Think Employment Lincoln and complete some study online. Assessment is by a written external exam set by Open Awards. There is no coursework portfolio. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to practical problems. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the 16 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Think Employment Lincoln will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require a level 1 or 2 maths qualification
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
Care assistant: recording measurements and following care plans
Administrator: working with data, spreadsheets, and figures
Apprentice: most apprenticeships ask for functional skills maths
Construction labourer: measuring materials and reading plans
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics: the next step up, and the qualification employers and colleges treat as a GCSE maths equivalent. Many apprenticeships and further education courses require it.
Level 2 vocational qualifications: once you hold a Level 1 functional skills maths certificate, you can apply for a wide range of Level 2 courses in areas such as business, health and social care, or construction.
