Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time during the day. This entry level functional skills maths course runs over one year and is offered as part of a wider study programme for learners aged 16 to 24 with an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan. You'll build practical maths skills for everyday life, further study, and work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is offered as part of a larger study programme for learners aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts such as money and time.
You'll recognise and use simple fractions and percentages in practical situations.
You'll read and interpret straightforward charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll use basic measures, including length, weight, capacity, and temperature.
You'll solve simple maths problems in real everyday situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Hereward College, with daytime sessions across the year. Assessment is through a written test set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and prepare you for the final assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: handles cash, change, and stock counts daily.
Warehouse operative: measures, counts, and records goods accurately.
Care assistant: uses maths for medication amounts and daily records.
Catering assistant: measures ingredients and handles till transactions.
Cleaning operative: calculates quantities of materials and time schedules.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on Entry 2 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 1: moves toward the GCSE maths alternative that many employers and colleges ask for.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2: the recognised gcse maths equivalent, accepted by employers and further education providers across the UK.
