Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Havering. Classes run at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 43 weeks, giving you time to build at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll develop practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from handling numbers and measurements to working with data and problem-solving. This is a recognised level 1 functional skills maths qualification and a genuine GCSE maths alternative for adults aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use measurements and understand units of length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll read and interpret charts, graphs, and tables.
You'll solve problems involving money and everyday calculations.
You'll understand and use basic ratio and proportion.
You'll apply maths to real tasks, such as planning, budgeting, and comparing quantities.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus. Learning is delivered face-to-face, with tasks and activities that apply maths to practical situations. Assessment is by a written external test set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to pass the test to earn the qualification. Your tutor will prepare you for the test throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ardleigh Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative - stock counting and measurement tasks require solid number skills.
Care assistant - recording observations and handling medication quantities.
Retail assistant - handling cash, change, and stock figures.
Catering assistant - weighing, measuring, and following recipes accurately.
Childcare worker - tracking progress and planning activities with basic data.
Administrator - working with figures, spreadsheets, and schedules.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 - the next step up and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for Level 2 maths, so this is a natural progression after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics - available at some colleges for adults who want the traditional qualification.
Vocational qualifications at Level 2 - many Level 2 courses in care, business, or construction expect Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
