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Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Hartlepool – Hartlepool Jobs & Skills

CostFREE
Duration4 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers basic maths and problem-solving skills you can use at work and in everyday life. It typically takes 4 months with flexible daytime attendance. A free functional skills maths course for adults looking to build practical number skills.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to prepare you for work, study and everyday life. You will learn basic Maths and problem-solving skills to apply to everyday life and work.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment before starting your course to tell us what the correct level for you will be.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using straightforward methods.
  • You'll handle money, including working out costs and giving change.
  • You'll read and use simple charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time in everyday contexts.
  • You'll solve practical maths problems linked to work and daily life.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and linked to everyday situations. Assessment is through a written test set by NCFE. You'll work through tasks that show you can apply maths skills in real contexts. Your tutor will track your progress and help you prepare for the assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool Jobs & Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handle cash, stock counts, and basic calculations.
  • Warehouse operative: measure, count, and record goods accurately.
  • Care assistant: use maths for medication records and daily logs.
  • Catering assistant: weigh ingredients and manage portion sizes.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: follow schedules and measure quantities.
  • Childcare assistant: use numbers in daily routines and record-keeping.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 2, the natural next step is the Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3). After that, you can work toward Functional Skills Maths Level 1 and then Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Employers who ask for GCSE maths or equivalent accept a Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Certificate. Each level builds on the last, so your entry level functional skills maths qualification is a solid starting point.

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