Where will this course lead?

This free course will help you improve your skills and gain a nationally recognised Functional Skills qualification.

The programme is designed to:

- Help you at work
- Refresh your skills
- Improve your chances of getting a job or changing career
- Help you with ordinary activities such as budgeting and helping your children with their school work.
- Build your confidence
- Enable progression to other courses e.g. Teaching Assistant, Access Programmes or GCSEs.

What will I study?

Upon joining the course, you will undertake an initial assessment to determine your current level.You can progress from Entry level to Level 1 and Level 2 of the programme. Gaining a functional skills maths qualification can enhance job and learning opportunities.

How will this course be delivered?

Courses are 2 hours per week. Held at various locations. Both daytime and evening options are available across North and South Solihull. Various start dates are available.

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This course is offered at various venues throughout the year.

What qualifications will I get?

A nationally recognised maths qualification - Functional Skills Maths.

How will I be assessed?

Using either paperbased or online tests.

How do I get a place on the course?

Enrolment opportunities are available throughout the year. Please contact us for more details on 0121 678 7000 or email AFSkills@solihull.ac.uk.

What are the entry requirements?

Students must be aged 19+.
If you have learning difficulty or disability please let us know when you apply.

What else do I need to know?

Bring a pen and paper to your lessons.

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

This course will run subject to a minimum class size.

What can I do after this course?

Functional Skills English/ GCSE/ Access Programmes.

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2026

Day

Various

Time

Various

Course Fee

Free*

Course Code

FLSWB141BAP0

Study Mode

Part Time

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Location

Woodlands Campus

Start Date

Sept-2026

Day

Various

Time

Various

Course Fee

Free*

Course Code

FLSWB141BAP0

Study Mode

Part Time

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Functional Skills Maths

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.