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SCC Multiply-Get Ready for Functional Skills Maths

This 6-hour course, "Get Ready for Functional Maths," is designed to help you build confidence in everyday math skills. You'll learn how to solve practical problems using basic math, like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. We'll cover topics such as working with percentages, fractions, and measurements, all with real-life examples. The course is perfect for those who want to improve their math for work, study, or daily tasks. By the end, you'll feel more prepared to tackle math in real-world situations. This course is suitable for beginners and anyone needing a refresher.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024
Times:
9:30am - 3:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AU
Tutor:
Gillian Futcher
Course code:
Q00018719
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Multiply: Get Ready for Functional Skills Exams

This course will help you progress to a Functional Skills Maths qualification. This course helps you learn the necessary maths skills to bridge the gap between entry level and Level 1 and Level 2 functional maths. Gain numeracy skills for learning, life, and work. This Multiply course helps you learn Maths as an adult. These preparatory courses give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need. This is an adult maths course for people who are looking to progress to Level 1 or Level 2 functional skills courses. It is not accredited.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 02/12/2024 -
Mon 03/03/2025
Times:
9:30am - 2:30pm
Duration:
11 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Chris George
Course code:
Q00012313
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

West Sussex Multiply: Beginners Excel, Using Spreadsheets

West Sussex Multiply Course; Did you know you can use spreadsheets to make hundreds of everyday tasks easier? You can use them to efficiently keep track of job applications, birthday lists, inventories of collectible items, or anything else. Never opened a spreadsheet in your life? Don’t worry. This is an Excel course for beginners, and we’ll cover all the basics. This beginner’s Excel course aims to teach you computer skills for everyday life. This course is funded by West Sussex Multiply.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 05/02/2025
Times:
12:45pm - 2:45pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Littlehampton Jobcentre (Littlehampton)
33 Church Street
Littlehampton
BN17 5ER
Tutor:
Gabriella Russo
Course code:
Q00019817
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

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