If you would like to improve your Maths, have you considered enrolling on a FREE Functional Skills Maths course? We offer both Level 1 and Level 2 courses.
Functional Skills Maths is a 12 week programme that can help build your skills and confidence, some of the topics that will be covered include:
- working with fractions
- decimal places
- percentages and ratios
- conversion
- measurements
- volumes
- data tables
- probability and analysis
We support you through this development journey working towards passing the accredited qualification Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2
Eligibility & Initial Assessments
To be eligible for the courses you must achieve the following initial assessment requirements:
For Level 1 Maths – achieve Entry 3 or Level 1 initial assessment
For Level 2 Maths – achieve Level 1 or Level 2 initial assessment
For Entry 3 Maths – achieve E3 initial assessment
Introduction to Functional Skills
These one-hour workshops are aimed at anyone who wants to enrol for a Functional Skills Maths course but would like to know more about what is involved before enrolling. The will cover the course content and what is required from learners to successfully complete the course.
Introduction to Functional Skills Maths
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 30th November 2023 | 14.30-15.30 | Online via Google | REGISTER HERE | 27th November 2023 |
Functional Skills Maths Level 1 Course
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 10th January – 3rd April 2024 | 10.00 – 12.00 | Online via Google Classroom | REGISTER HERE | 4th January 2024 |
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course
Evening class available.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is accepted by many employers and higher education institutions as an alternative to a GCSE Maths 9 to 4 (A* to C). This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their mathematical skills to help them gain the most from work, education and everyday life.
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| 9th January – 4th April 2024 (evening) | 18.00 – 20.00 | Online via Google Classroom | REGISTER HERE | 5th January 2024 |
| 12th January – 5th April 2024 | 10.00 – 12.00 | Online via Google Classroom | REGISTER HERE | 5th January 2024 |
Functional Skills Maths E3 Course
The purpose of Functional Skills Mathematics Entry Level qualifications is to demonstrate a sound grasp of the basics of mathematical skills, and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar situations.
Topics covered will include:
- Fractions and decimals
- Measures, shape and space
- Handling basic data
| Date | Time | Venue | Registration Link | Registration Deadline |
| New dates to be announced | TBA | Online via Google Classroom | REGISTER HERE | Closed |
ENQUIRE
For more information please contact:
t: 0208 871 8055
e: edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk
These courses are free for those who meet all the following funding requirements:
– you live in a London /Greater London Borough*
– you are not in full time education
– you have not achieved this qualification before
– you are aged 19 or older on 31st August 2023
-Have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning
If you don’t have permission to live in the UK for 12 months from the first day of learning there are exemptions which can be discussed with the IAG advisor that will contact you.
*There are occasions when funding is available for learners who don’t live in a London borough. Email edlifelong@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to find out if this applies to you.