Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside ACE, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. Before you start, you'll complete one or two short assessments to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers everyday maths skills including working with numbers, measurements, and handling data. It runs over 44 weeks.
Who this course is for
If you want to improve your basic maths skills then this course is for you.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements but you will need to complete one or two assessments before the course starts.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
You'll use simple fractions and recognise common percentages.
You'll read and use information from tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time in everyday contexts.
You'll handle money, including calculating costs and giving change.
You'll solve straightforward maths problems using the right methods.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Tameside ACE, with a tutor guiding you through each topic at a manageable pace. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. The test covers the skills taught on the course. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the 44 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tameside ACE will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths used daily for stock, prices, and till work.
Care assistant: basic numeracy needed for recording and medication.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and checking quantities.
Catering assistant: portion sizes, temperatures, and stock levels.
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading labels and measuring products.
Childcare worker: tracking attendance and basic record-keeping.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1: moves toward the GCSE maths equivalent level and opens more job and training opportunities.
Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 2 or Entry 3): pair maths with English to strengthen your overall skills profile.
