Level 1 Maths Skills Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, daytime on a flexible schedule. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm that this level 1 maths skills qualification is the right starting point for you. The course runs over one year. Fees apply, though a reduction may be possible depending on your circumstances. Contact the centre for details. You'll build practical number skills across a range of everyday and work-related contexts.
Who this course is for
For learners looking to improve their Maths skills
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percentages
You'll interpret and use data presented in tables, charts and graphs
You'll solve practical maths problems in everyday and work-related situations
You'll use measurement and apply it to real calculations
You'll develop accuracy and confidence when checking your own working
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at the centre, with daytime sessions on a flexible timetable. Assessment is based on the requirements of the NOCN Level 1 Award in Mathematics Skills. The centre will confirm the exact assessment format, which may include written tasks or a formal test, before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, change and stock figures daily
Warehouse operative: uses measurement and data in picking and packing
Care assistant: records and interprets basic numerical information
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and manages portion quantities
Clerical or admin assistant: works with figures, invoices and spreadsheets
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: a widely recognised qualification that covers similar ground and is accepted by many employers as a maths standard.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE equivalent in maths. Many employers ask for this level, and it opens doors to further training and higher-level courses.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, most of which require a solid foundation in maths.
