Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and Level 2

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note you must undertake a BKSB initial and diagnostic test online to determine your level before you can book on this course. Please fill in an enquiry form here and let us know if you have already gained a qualification in Maths. We regret we are unable to take anyone who has gained a GCSE C grade (level 4 or above) or a Functional Skills L2 in maths.

Course Code: 25089

Teacher: This course is being taught by Sophie.

What is this course about?

This Functional Skills Level 1/Level 2 course is delivered face to face.

Level 1 is the first step to gaining qualifications which will enable you progress on to higher education or further your job prospects. Level 2 will enable you to progress onto further or higher education and is the standard that most employers look for.

The course is split into 2 parts:

Preparing to study Functional Skills maths– will prepare you to study a Functional Skills qualification course. In this time your teacher will also assess you, to see if you are ready for a qualification course. At the end of this course, you will either progress on to the accredited course or you will stay on a tailored learning course for a little longer.

Functional Skills Level 1/Level 2 will give you the skills to use maths effectively in three areas, number, handling data and measure, shape and space (MSS).

You will be taught by a qualified teacher guiding you through the course.  Your course will be taught once a week over 2.5 hrs on Tuesday afternoons 12noon - 2.30pm.

Who is this course for?

For people who want to gain a recognised qualification in maths to allow them to progress to further study, education, or career progression. 

Entry Requirements to do this course:

You will be asked to undertake a BKSB test online to determine your level.  Please also tells us on enquiry whether you have already gained a qualification in maths.  We regret we are unable to take anyone who has gained a GCSE C grade (level 4 or above) or a Functional Skills L2 in maths.

How you will be assessed?

The three components of the course should give you the skills to use maths effectively in all three elements, number, handling data and measure, shape and space (MSS).

The course is taught online and or face-to-face. You will need to come into a testing centre, in an area as close as possible to where you live in Hertfordshire, to complete your exams.

The final exam is split into two papers – a non-calculator and a calculator paper. 

How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

This is a recognised qualification course and as such you will be asked to work at least 2 hours outside of the lesson each week. You will also be offered separate revision sessions outside of your course which we encourage you to take up.

• This course does require commitment and may not be for you if you are not able to commit up to 7/8 hours a week.

What learners need to bring/supply

Writing implements and notebook.

Course dates: Tuesday 17th September 2024 to Tuesday 25th March 2025.
Please note there are no classes on 29th October 2024, 24th December 2024, 31st December 2024 and 18th February 2025.

The next steps…

During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops. Please click here to see the full range of courses we offer.

We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.