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Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Barnsley – Royston Lifelong Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Barnsley. Classes run at Royston Lifelong Learning Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to build your maths skills at a manageable pace. You'll work on the number, measure, and data skills used in everyday life and work. An entry level functional skills maths course like this suits anyone fitting study around other commitments. You'll sit a short assessment at the start to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Anyone. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using everyday contexts.
  • You'll handle money, including giving change and working out simple totals.
  • You'll read and use simple measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll interpret straightforward charts, tables, and diagrams.
  • You'll solve simple number problems in practical, real-life situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Royston Lifelong Learning Centre, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is hands-on and practical, using everyday examples. Assessment is through a Pearson Edexcel set task completed under supervised conditions. You'll also complete a separate on-screen or paper-based test. Both components must be passed to achieve the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Royston Lifelong Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and basic calculations
  • Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and recording stock
  • Care assistant: reading charts, recording observations accurately
  • Catering assistant: weighing ingredients, managing simple orders
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: following instructions involving measures and time
  • Childcare worker: supporting activities that involve counting and measurement

What you could study next

Once you've completed Entry Level 2, the natural next step is Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths, which covers more complex calculations and problem-solving. After that, Level 1 Functional Skills Maths builds further, and Level 2 Functional Skills Maths is the recognised GCSE maths alternative that many employers and colleges ask for. Each level is a separate qualification, so you progress at your own pace.

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