Start Dates
- February 2026, Part Time, Day, 5 months
- September 2026, Part Time, Day, 1 year
What You Will Study
Functional Skills in Maths is a part time course for students over 19. If you want to develop your Maths skills but aren't ready for GCSEs yet then Functional Skills is a good starting point. We offer both Entry Level and Level 1 Maths Functional Skills qualifications, all of which help students to develop a range of basic calculation skills and enhance their problem-solving abilities. The qualification is recognised by colleges and employers and some universities accept Functional Skills instead of GCSEs. The course is offered on a day or evening basis and the classes are usually 2 1/2 hours long.
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of an online assessment.
How You Will Be Assessed
Unlike GCSEs you are able to take your test when you are ready and at the level that suits you. The tests are online or paper based.
Course Progression
Students may go on to higher levels in Functional Skills, GCSE or other higher level study.
Where Your Course Can Take You
The Functional Skills qualification is recognised by an increasing number of employers and could be useful in a wide variety of career choices. The course is about developing essential skills of recognising problems, pursuing solutions, and communicating explanations, all of which are highly sought after in the workplace.
Fees
February 2026, Part Time, Day, 5 months
The course is free for anyone who has not yet achieved a Grade C or 4 or above. For students who have already achieved a Grade C/4 or above who are looking to improve their grade please contact the Advice Shop on 01603 773773 for fee information
September 2026, Part Time, Day, 1 year
The course is free for anyone who has not yet achieved a GCSE Maths Grade 4/C or above but who are not yet ready to study at GCSE level. For students who have already achieved a Grade C/4 or above who are looking to improve their grade please contact the Advice Shop on 01603 773773 for fee information.
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