Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Redcar. Classes run at B-Skill Redcar, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. This entry level functional skills maths course runs over 15 weeks on a flexible daytime timetable. It covers the core maths skills used in everyday life and work. A functional skills maths qualification at this level is a recognised step toward Level 1 and eventually Level 2, which is the GCSE maths alternative accepted by many employers. You'll need to be 19 or over on 31 August 2025 and live in a Tees Valley postcode.
Who this course is for
This course is for those who are looking to improve their English skills, including reading, writing and speaking and listening. We have a variety of levels available to study, starting form entry level 1, all of the way through to level 2. This allows for individuals to gain an accredited qualification in this area, to support personal development and career pathways.
Entry requirements
Must meet all funding eligbility requirements, including:
Age 19+ on 31/08/25
Live in a Tees Valley Postcode
Not in any other form of funded training
Must meet all residency criteria to access funded training.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and basic calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide in practical, everyday contexts.
You'll read and interpret simple number information, such as prices, times, and measurements.
You'll handle basic money and time problems.
You'll recognise and use simple shapes and measurements.
You'll understand and use straightforward data, such as charts and tables.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. You'll study some material online in your own time and attend daytime sessions at B-Skill Redcar. Assessment is through a set task and an externally marked test. Both are set by NCFE. You'll need to pass both to earn the certificate. An initial assessment will confirm that Entry Level 2 is the right starting point and help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. B-Skill Redcar will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level
Warehouse operative: stock counting and basic numeracy used daily
Retail assistant: handling cash, prices, and stock figures
Care assistant: recording measurements and following numerical instructions
Catering assistant: weighing, portioning, and reading basic data
Cleaner or facilities operative: following schedules and measuring quantities
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 2, covering more complex calculations and problem-solving.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2: the GCSE maths alternative recognised by employers and colleges. Many job applications and further training courses ask for maths at this level.
Once you hold Level 2, you can move into vocational qualifications in areas such as health and social care, business administration, or construction.
