Free Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Barking and Dagenham. Evening maths classes run at Rush Green Campus, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from calculations and fractions to handling data and measuring. It runs over 36 hours part-time. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification sits one step below the GCSE maths equivalent.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure and work with length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve problems involving money and everyday calculations.
You'll understand and use simple formulas and ratios.
You'll check and interpret numerical information accurately.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Rush Green Campus with a tutor. Learning is practical and activity-based, applying maths to real situations. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll sit the exam when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative: many roles require a level 1 maths qualification
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing
Care assistant: recording measurements and following care plans
Administration assistant: working with data, invoices, and spreadsheets
Catering assistant: measuring ingredients and managing portion costs
Delivery driver: route planning and calculating loads
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative. A Level 2 functional skills maths certificate is accepted by many employers and colleges in place of a GCSE grade 4.
GCSE Mathematics: available at some colleges if you want the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2: many courses in business, health, or trades require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as an entry requirement.
