Free Level 1 Maths Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around family or other commitments. Over 55 hours, you'll build your maths skills and work toward a recognised maths qualification without sitting a traditional exam. This free maths course for adults is open to anyone who does not already hold a Level 1 or higher maths qualification. You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Mathematics Skills.
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 apply them to practical problems.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and everyday calculations.
You'll develop the number skills needed for work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom with a tutor. There is no exam. Instead, you'll be assessed through coursework and tasks completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and check your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills used daily at the till and stock checks.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and recording stock accurately.
Care assistant: handling medication records and basic calculations.
Administrator: working with figures, invoices, and spreadsheets.
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing portion sizes.
Childminder or nursery assistant: tracking attendance and daily records.
What you could study next
Once you have your Level 1 maths certificate, you could move on to:
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
Level 2 Certificate in a vocational subject: many courses ask for Level 1 maths as a starting point.
A Level 2 maths qualification opens doors to a wider range of jobs and further training.
