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Maths Functional Skills Qualifications with Kent Adult Education
Mathematics is a fundamental skill that is essential for everyday life and work. For adults in Kent looking to improve their mathematical abilities, Maths Functional Skills courses offer a practical and accessible way to gain the necessary skills and qualifications. These courses are designed to help learners build confidence and competence in maths, making it easier to handle real-life challenges and improve career prospects.
What Are Maths Functional Skills Courses?
Maths Functional Skills courses are designed to provide learners with practical mathematical skills that can be applied in various real-life situations. These courses cover essential topics such as fractions, percentages, measurements and data handling. They are ideal for adults who may have struggled with traditional maths education or who need to refresh their skills for personal or professional reasons.
Course Levels and Structure
Kent Adult Education offers Maths Functional Skills courses at various levels, from Entry Level to Level 2. Each level is tailored to meet the needs of learners with different levels of prior knowledge and experience:
Entry Level This level is suitable for beginners who need to build a solid foundation in basic maths. It covers fundamental concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Level 1 This level is designed for learners who have a basic understanding of maths and want to develop their skills further. Topics include fractions, decimals, percentages and basic algebra.
Level 2 This is equivalent to a GCSE pass and is suitable for learners who need a higher level of mathematical proficiency for work or further education. It covers more advanced topics such as ratios, proportions and data interpretation.
Benefits of Maths Functional Skills Courses
Enrolling in Maths Functional Skills courses offers numerous benefits.
Practical Skills Learn how to apply mathematical concepts to everyday situations, such as budgeting, shopping and understanding measurements.
Career Advancement Improve your employability by gaining a qualification that is recognised by employers and educational institutions.
Flexible Learning Courses are available at various times and locations, including online options, making it easier to fit learning around your schedule.
Supportive Environment Benefit from the guidance of experienced tutors who provide personalised support and encouragement throughout the course.
Maths Functional Skills courses for adults in Kent, provide a valuable opportunity for individuals to enhance their mathematical abilities in a practical and supportive setting. Whether you’re looking to improve your everyday maths skills, advance your career, or prepare for further education, these courses offer the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Don’t miss out on the chance to transform your relationship with maths and achieve your goals.
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Maths L1/L2
ASH/144798/P/FF Location: Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford Course hours: 70 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths E2/E3
ASH/144799/P/FF Location: Ashford Gateway (KAE), Ashford Course hours: 70 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Price: FREE Concessions
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths E1/E2/E3
FOL/144856/P/FF Location: The Cube (KAE), Folkestone Course hours: 70 hoursThis course is currently full and online booking is not possible. Please call 03000 41 22 22 to register your interest. We will contact you directly if we can accommodate you.
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths L1/L2
ONL/144877/P/FF Location: Delivered online Course hours: 75 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Price: FREE Concessions
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths L1/L2
CAN/144734/P/FF Location: Canterbury Adult Education Centre, Canterbury Course hours: 80 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths L1/L2
ONL/144873/P/FF Location: Delivered online Course hours: 80 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Price: FREE Concessions
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths L1/L2
ONL/144869/P/FF Location: Delivered online Course hours: 80 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths L1/L2
ONL/144870/P/FF Location: Delivered online Course hours: 80 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Price: FREE Concessions
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths E1/E2/E3
SIT/144885/P/FF Location: Sittingbourne Adult Education and Head Office, Sittingbourne Course hours: 72 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
Maths E1/E2/E3
ONL/147101/P/FF Location: Delivered online Course hours: 80 hoursThis course has started, but it may still be possible to join it. Please call 03000 41 22 22 and ask to be put through to the Centre where the course is running
Check your eligibility
You must meet the entry requirements for the course
- You must be a UK national, or an Irish national, or an EEA national with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement scheme
- You must have been resident in the UK or an EEA country continuously for the 3 years preceding the start date of your course. For learners living in the Greater London Authority area only you must have valid permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months in duration from the start date of your course.
- You must be aged 19 or over as at the 31st August 2024 for courses in the 2024/25 academic year
- You must agree to commit to and complete an Individual Learning Plan in agreement with your course tutor
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