Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, part-time during the day, over 43 weeks. This level 1 functional skills maths course is designed for learners aged 19 or over. You'll work through practical maths skills used in everyday life and work, from handling numbers and data to solving real problems. Many employers accept a functional skills maths qualification alongside a GCSE maths equivalent when hiring.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll use whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and compare data presented in tables, charts and graphs.
You'll calculate with measures including length, weight, capacity and time.
You'll solve problems involving money and budgeting.
You'll understand and use simple formulas and relationships between numbers.
You'll read and extract information from straightforward mathematical sources.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is built around practical tasks and problem-solving activities. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the centre can confirm Level 1 is the right starting point and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level
Warehouse operative - stock counting and measuring are part of the daily role
Care assistant - recording and reporting often requires confident number skills
Catering assistant - portion control and ordering involve practical maths
Receptionist - handling payments and schedules calls on everyday maths
Delivery driver - route planning and parcel weights use number skills regularly
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2 - the step most employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE maths equivalent. Many job applications and further education courses ask for Level 2 maths.
GCSE Maths - available at some colleges for adult learners who want the traditional qualification.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications in areas such as business, health and social care, or IT, which often require Level 1 or Level 2 maths alongside them.
