Free Level 1 Maths Course in Harrogate. Classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre during the day, making it easier to fit study around other commitments. This course builds your maths skills without a formal exam at the end. It runs for around 55 hours part-time. You must not already hold a Level 1 or higher maths qualification, and you need to be aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have a current level 1 or higher qualification.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
You'll read and interpret charts, graphs, and tables
You'll use measurements and handle everyday calculations
You'll apply maths to practical, real-life situations
You'll develop the accuracy and checking skills needed for everyday tasks
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Harrogate Civic Centre. Assessment is ongoing and does not include a formal exam. Your progress is measured through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and daily figures
Warehouse operative: measures, weighs, and records goods accurately
Care assistant: uses numeracy for medication records and reporting
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion costs
Childcare worker: tracks attendance and uses basic data recording
Administrator: processes invoices, data, and everyday calculations
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE maths or equivalent. A natural next step after this level 1 maths qualification.
City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Mathematics Skills: continues your maths development at the next level.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require a Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
