Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Bradford

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Bradford. Classes run at Skills for Work, with part-time daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. You'll start with an initial assessment and basic skills diagnostic to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers everyday maths skills including data handling and measurements, taking around 55 hours to complete. It builds the foundation you need before progressing toward higher levels of this functional skills maths qualification.

Who this course is for

Mathematics courses achieving full qualifications from Entry Level progressing to Level 2 qualifications. Foundation: (Entry 1 and 2) Improve your skills and confidence Intermediate: (Entry 3 Level 1) Maths; Improve your maths skills for life and work, learn maths techniques

Entry requirements

You will be required to undertake an initial assessment and basic skills diagnostic assessment to determine the level you are working prior to starting the course/qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll handle money and understand basic budgeting in everyday situations.
  • You'll read and interpret simple data, such as tables and charts.
  • You'll use measurements for length, weight, capacity, and time.
  • You'll apply maths to practical, real-world tasks relevant to daily life and work.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Skills for Work. Before the course begins, you'll complete an initial assessment and a basic skills diagnostic assessment so your starting level is confirmed and your learning can be planned accordingly. The qualification is assessed through a formal test set by City and Guilds.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Skills for Work will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: basic maths used daily at the till and in stock checks.
  • Warehouse operative: measurements and data handling used throughout the role.
  • Care assistant: numeracy needed for recording and basic medication support.
  • Catering assistant: weights, measures, and quantities used in food preparation.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: timing and quantities relevant to daily tasks.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 2, you can move on to Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths, then Level 1, and eventually Level 2. A Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Qualification is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent that many employers ask for. It opens doors to further vocational training, apprenticeships, and a wider range of jobs. Skills for Work offers courses across these levels.

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