Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House. Daytime sessions run part-time over 36 weeks, giving you a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. You'll work on the core maths skills used in everyday life and work, from number and calculation to handling data and measuring. You'll have a guidance session before you start to make sure this 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 working out totals, change, and simple budgets.
You'll read and use simple measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll interpret straightforward data from tables, charts, and diagrams.
You'll solve practical maths problems you're likely to meet in daily life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Wellington House with a tutor. Learning is practical and built around everyday situations. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2) includes a written test. Your tutor will prepare you for this during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wellington House 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 goods
Care assistant: reading charts, measuring, and following instructions
Cleaner or catering assistant: following quantities and schedules
Administrator: working with numbers in forms and simple records
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up from Entry 2, building on the skills you've gained.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1: moves you toward the GCSE maths equivalent level, opening more job and training options.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2: the recognised GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers and colleges.
