Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course in Earlswood. Classes run at Floorskills Training Centre, on a day or block release basis. This course is delivered as part of an apprenticeship programme. Funding may be available through the apprenticeship programme, though fees may apply for others. In the first week, you'll complete a diagnostic and initial assessment to confirm the right level and identify any gaps in your maths skills. The course runs over 18 months. If you already hold a suitable maths qualification, you may be able to claim exemption.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills mathematics delivered as part of an apprenticeship programme.
This is the minimum maths level required as part of the apprenticeship programme,
Learners are able to claim exemption if a suitable qualification has already been achieved
A Diagnostic assessment and Inital assessments will be completed in the first week of the programme to identify which level the student is working towards and any skills gaps that will need to be addressed.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll read, interpret, and compare data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll use basic measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll solve practical maths problems relevant to work and daily life.
You'll identify and address gaps in your maths skills identified at assessment.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Floorskills Training Centre alongside your apprenticeship. Learning is flexible, delivered on a day or block release basis over 18 months. Assessment is by an externally set and marked test. Your initial diagnostic assessment in week one shapes the plan for your learning throughout the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Floorskills Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Apprentice in your chosen trade: maths is a core programme requirement.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks.
Retail assistant: handling transactions and stock.
Construction labourer: site calculations and measurements.
Care assistant: recording and basic numeracy tasks.
Manufacturing operative: quality checks and basic data recording.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level, and it's the natural next step after Level 1.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want a traditional GCSE grade, this builds on your Functional Skills foundation.
Level 2 or 3 vocational qualifications in your apprenticeship subject: stronger maths underpins further technical study.
