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Getting Ready for Level 1 Functional Skills Maths

Course details

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Qualification name Non regulated Adult skills formula funded provision, Level 1, Maths, 21 to 44 hrs
Qualification level 1
Awarding organisation Generic award - no awarding body
Learning method Classroom based
Course type Essential Skills
Course hours Part-time
Course start date 1st October 2026
Cost £153.00
Cost description Tuition
Attendance pattern Evening

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

Do you want to gain a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification? Are you unsure if you're ready for the course? This "Getting Ready for Level 1 Functional Skills Maths" course is designed for you. It will prepare you for the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course, familiarising you with the content, level, and expectations. You'll improve your confidence and be ready to succeed. Please note, you will need to complete and pass an initial assessment before starting this course.

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

You need to have established Maths skills at Level 1 on the BKSB initial assessment as a minimum. You should also have language skills corresponding to Level 1 as a minimum. This can be evidenced through the initial screening or a Functional Skills Level 1 English or above (you need to bring evidence of this).

View the key features of this course.

You will get a great opportunity to prepare for a Maths qualification course. You will become familiar with the qualification content, level, and expectations. You will also improve your confidence in Maths with the support of our friendly tutors.

Understand how the course will be delivered.

You'll learn through a mix of classroom instruction and activities. We also provide online learning materials, allowing you to consolidate your learning outside the classroom.

Find out what material you will need.

You should bring along an A4 writing pad as well as a selection of pens. We recommend that you also have a scientific calculator. You need to bring these resources with you to each session.

Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.

Your maths skills will be assessed and developed through a folder of work and the use of a PLP (Personal Learning Plan). Your work will be gathered and marked by your tutor as you progress. If you successfully complete this course, you can then progress onto the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course. By enroling on a Maths course you can develop your problem-solving, quantitative reasoning, communication, and time management skills, including working to deadlines. Mathematical knowledge is ve

You can progress to a Functional Skills Level 1 Maths course.

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Name Parkshot
Address Parkshot
Richmond
Surrey
TW9 2RE
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Email info@rhacc.ac.uk
Phone 020 8891 5907
Website http://www.rhacc.ac.uk/

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Parkshot 7th September 2026 View course
Parkshot 23rd February 2027 View course
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