Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3)
Course overview
Course description
What we’ll cover
Develop your understanding of numbers, including approximation and rounding to 10 and 100.
Learn to multiply with decimals and do long divisions.
Carry out calculations involving money using the correct units and decimal places.
Develop your understanding of 2-D and 3-D shapes, including the concepts of symmetry, length, and angles.
Interpret and be able to organise data in tables, lists, diagrams, and bar charts.
Entry 3 functional skills maths courses teach you essential maths skills for learning, life, and work. This is an adult maths course with a practical focus.
When you finish entry 3 level you can progress to level 1 functional skills maths courses. There are also “get ready” courses between each level to prepare you for the next course. The highest level is level 2.
Level 2 maths functional skills courses are accepted as a GCSE equivalent for many jobs and courses. They can help you do an apprenticeship, higher education course, or go to University.
What to expect
This maths course takes around 60 hours to complete. Functional skills courses are ideal for flexible learning. You can choose to take an in-person or online functional skills course.
To take this functional maths course you need to have a digital device such as a computer or tablet. You’ll also need an internet connection. This is so you can access our digital learning platform, Canvas.
Before you can enrol on this course, you’ll do a skills check. Don’t worry, this isn’t an exam. It’s for us to make sure you get on the right course for your level.
Our friendly team will contact you to start your skills check as part of your booking.
The WEA is an experienced adult maths course provider. We want you to get the most out of your studies and open doors to opportunities. Our tutors and staff will help you with any needs you might have.
The WEA is committed to providing accessible adult education. Please let us know if you have any special requirements to do this functional maths course.
Most of our courses are free for most of our learners. Please note that you need to reach the end of the enrolment process to see the discounts.
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
