Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Leicester. Classes run at Gateway Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 12 months and covers the core maths skills used in everyday work and study. An entry level functional skills maths course sits below GCSE level, making it the right starting point if an initial assessment shows this is where your maths is at. It is not a GCSE maths equivalent, but it builds the foundation toward Level 1 and Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE maths alternative.
Who this course is for
If you're interested in IT and would like to explore the many career paths available in the sector, this course could be for you. It's a practical, work related course that will give you an insight into the skills and knowledge needed to take your first steps into the digital and IT industry in roles from computer games design to cyber security and web development. The course will prepare you for apprenticeships or further education courses for a range of IT roles. The course is equivalent to 3 GCSE's and can be taken alongside other subjects.
Entry requirements
2-4 GCSE's at grade 5 (D) or above or a relevant level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
You'll handle money and work out straightforward costs.
You'll read and use simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time in everyday contexts.
You'll solve practical maths problems step by step.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Gateway Sixth Form College, with a mix of teacher-led lessons and practice activities. Assessment is by a written external test set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll sit the test when your tutor confirms you're ready. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Gateway Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: accurate number work is a core requirement.
Retail assistant: handling cash, stock counts, and pricing.
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and recording goods.
Customer service advisor: working with figures and basic records.
Care worker: recording measurements and following numerical instructions.
Kitchen assistant: weighing ingredients and following quantities.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, continuing to build your maths skills before Level 1.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): moves you closer to 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 universities in place of a GCSE grade 4.
