Functional Skills Maths Level 1 in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Attlee A Level Academy, part-time during the day, over 44 weeks. This level 1 functional skills maths course covers the everyday maths skills that employers and further education providers look for. It is a recognised gcse maths alternative for adults who need a solid maths qualification. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
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 read, interpret and use data from tables, charts and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving measures, shape and space.
You'll use ratios and proportions to tackle real calculations.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting, measuring and planning.
You'll develop the accuracy and checking skills needed for work and further study.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the centre during the day. Learning is hands-on and task-focused, working through problems individually and in group activities. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There is no coursework portfolio. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to realistic tasks at Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Attlee A Level Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - stock, pricing and till work all use Level 1 maths.
Warehouse operative - measuring, counting and data entry roles.
Care assistant - recording observations and managing medication quantities.
Catering assistant - weights, measures and basic costing.
Receptionist - handling bookings, payments and basic records.
Construction labourer - reading measurements and calculating materials.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 - the step most employers and colleges accept as a GCSE maths equivalent. Completing Level 1 puts you in a strong position to move straight on.
GCSE Mathematics - available at some colleges for learners who want the GCSE grade itself.
Vocational Level 2 qualifications in your chosen sector, many of which require a Level 1 or Level 2 maths qualification as part of their entry criteria.
