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Free Level 1 Maths Course in Northallerton – Northallerton Adult Education

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Maths Course in Northallerton. Evening maths classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This course builds your maths skills and leads to a qualification without a formal exam. You'll need to be 19 or over and not already hold a Level 1 or higher maths qualification. Funding eligibility may also depend on where you live; the centre will check this with you. The course runs for 55 hours part-time.

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 interpret and use data presented in charts, tables, and graphs
  • You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work contexts
  • You'll use measures, including length, weight, capacity, and time
  • You'll apply basic geometry, including shapes, space, and simple calculations

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Northallerton Adult Education. Assessment is through portfolio or coursework rather than a formal exam. You'll complete tasks and activities that demonstrate your maths skills throughout the course. There is no end exam for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
  • Warehouse operative: measuring, weighing, and recording stock
  • Care assistant: calculating medication doses and recording data
  • Catering assistant: weighing ingredients and managing orders
  • Childcare worker: supporting numeracy activities with children
  • Administrator: working with figures, invoices, and spreadsheets

What you could study next

A free maths course at Level 1 opens the door to further study. You could move on to Functional Skills Maths Level 2, which is the recognised equivalent to a GCSE maths pass and is accepted by many employers and colleges. From there, a Level 3 maths qualification or vocational course in your chosen field becomes more accessible. If you're interested in a specific trade or profession, a Level 2 vocational qualification may also be a natural next step.

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