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Level 1 Maths Course in Radstock – Bath College Somer Valley Campus

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Bath College for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Maths (Stepping Stones to Functional Skills) Course in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time over one year, giving you a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. This maths (stepping stones to functional skills) qualification is designed to build the number and problem-solving skills you need to progress toward Functional Skills Maths. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course typically takes one year part-time.

Who this course is for

Please contact us or visit our website to find out more.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
  • You'll use basic arithmetic to solve practical problems.
  • You'll read and interpret data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll apply measurement and geometry skills to real tasks.
  • You'll develop the mathematical reasoning needed to progress to Functional Skills Maths Level 1.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and is based on the skills and tasks you complete in class. There are no formal written exams for this stepping stones qualification. Your tutor will track your progress and support you through each stage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

This maths (stepping stones to functional skills) course is a stepping stone rather than a direct route to specific job roles. Completing it prepares you to progress to Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and Level 2, which support entry into a wide range of work. Roles that often require a maths qualification at Level 1 or Level 2 include:

  • Retail assistant - handling cash, stock, and basic calculations
  • Care assistant - recording measurements and following written instructions
  • Warehouse operative - checking quantities and completing paperwork
  • Apprentice in a trade - maths is required for most apprenticeship programmes
  • Administrator - working with figures, invoices, and data entry

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1 - the natural next step after this course, covering the same core topics at a higher standard.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 2 - the recognised GCSE equivalent in maths. Many employers and colleges ask for this level as a minimum.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications - a Level 2 maths qualification is often required alongside trade or care qualifications.
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