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Qualification name Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics
Qualification level 1
Awarding organisation City & Guilds of London Institute
Location
North West
  • Halton
  • Knowsley
  • Liverpool
  • Sefton
  • St Helens
  • Wirral
Yorkshire and The Humber
  • Bradford
  • Kirklees
Learning method Work based
Course type Essential Skills
Course start date Flexible
Cost description Free - funded through the adult education budget (AEB)

Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.

Functional Skills is about the practical application of maths and English. This means how you actually use these skills in real life situations. This 10 week course is a great chance for those looking to gain their Maths and/or English qualifications. The skills learnt can help to improve performance, boost confidence and support both business and personal growth. They are respected qualifications awarded by City and Guilds.and they are accepted as GCSE A-C (or 4-9) equivalents. Completing your functional skills can aid your progression within your current place of work. This course is cost-free to learners.

Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.

You need to be aged 19 and over and will be assessed at the start of the course to determine the right level of support and learning

View the key features of this course.

The course will support you to understand how maths is used and applied in everyday life so that you gain the confidence and skills to apply the new knowledge. You'll learn about percentages, fractions and statistics.

Understand how the course will be delivered.

Throughout the course you’ll be supported by our professional and skilled specialist Maths Trainers with personalised training that will help you tackle and overcome any topic areas that you may struggle with. We use an online tool to assess and personalise the support for you. We can also deliver in the workplace, in a community venue, at one of our centres or remotely.

Find out what material you will need.

You don't need to bring any specialist equipment

Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.

Written exam (paper or onscreen) in two sections: • Non-calculator – the underpinning maths skills • Calculator – problem solving

Look at the further opportunities available.

After completing the course you'll have developed the foundation skills and knowledge to allow you to progress to a higher level, an apprenticeship or even employment with a recognised qualification.

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