Level 1 Functional Skills Maths Course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while you're in a job role, fitting learning around your working day. The course covers understanding and using mathematical information in everyday work situations, including processing data, interpreting results, and presenting findings clearly. It typically takes 3 months on a flexible, daytime basis. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm the right level and identify where to focus. A level 1 functional skills maths qualification is recognised by employers as a solid foundation in practical maths.
Who this course is for
Fundamental to individuals being able to use mathematics effectively in life and work is their ability to understand and make sense of mathematical information, to use and process that information, to interpret and analyse the results of their activity and to present this to others. These process skills form the basis of the Functional Skills standards for mathematics at this level.
Entry requirements
Must undertake an initial assessment and diagnostic to ascertain level and areas for improvement
What you will learn
You'll understand and interpret mathematical information in work contexts.
You'll use numbers, measures, and data to solve practical problems.
You'll process and analyse numerical information accurately.
You'll present mathematical results clearly to others.
You'll apply maths to real tasks you encounter in your job role.
How you will learn
Learning is flexible and work-based, fitted around your job. You'll complete an initial assessment and diagnostic at the start so your training targets the areas where you need most support. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills qualification in mathematics Level 1 is through a formal written exam, which tests your ability to apply maths skills in practical contexts.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learnmore will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: handles data, invoices, and numerical records daily.
Warehouse operative: uses maths for stock counts and measurements.
Retail assistant: applies maths to cash handling and stock management.
Care assistant: uses numeracy for medication records and care plans.
Construction labourer: needs measurement and calculation on site.
Customer service advisor: works with figures, targets, and reports.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths: the next step up, and the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many employers and colleges ask for this level as a minimum.
GCSE Maths: if you want a traditional qualification alongside your functional skills maths certificate.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in your sector: many require Level 1 or Level 2 maths as part of their entry requirements.
