Free Entry Level 1 Maths Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Maths Course Entry Level 1 in Birmingham. Classes run at Queen Alexandra College, full-time during the day. This entry level maths course is designed for students with disabilities and or learning difficulties who have an Education, Health and Care Plan. Entry is through Local Authority referral or a direct application to the college, which includes an initial assessment. The course forms part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support. It runs over 12 months. You'll work on number skills as part of a City and Guilds Entry Level 1 maths qualification.

Who this course is for

Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties

Entry requirements

High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD

What you will learn

  • You'll recognise and use whole numbers in everyday situations.
  • You'll count, order, and compare numbers.
  • You'll add and subtract simple numbers.
  • You'll understand basic number patterns and sequences.
  • You'll apply number skills to practical, real-world tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Queen Alexandra College, with specialist support and therapies built into your programme. Learning is hands-on and practical, matched to your individual needs. Assessment is through tasks and activities that show what you can do with numbers. Your progress is recorded as part of the City and Guilds Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker, using everyday maths in a care setting.
  • Retail assistant, handling basic stock and number tasks.
  • Kitchen helper, measuring and counting in food preparation.
  • Warehouse operative, counting and checking goods.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Maths Qualification. The natural next step to build on your number skills.
  • Entry Level 3 Maths Qualification. Moves you closer to a Functional Skills Maths Level 1 course.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1. A widely used maths qualification recognised by employers and colleges.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2. The recognised equivalent to a GCSE maths pass, opening doors to further training and employment.

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