Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Telford. Classes run at Nova Training Wellington. You'll study maths in a classroom setting, five days a week during the day, over 13 weeks. The course covers both the core skills and how to apply maths in everyday situations. An entry level functional skills maths course is a practical alternative to GCSE maths, assessed without a traditional exam-style approach. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point. Open to learners aged 16 to 18.
Who this course is for
The Functional Skills qualification is intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths and English.
You will focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply maths and English to different contexts.
Entry requirements
Must be aged 16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
You'll add, subtract, multiply, and divide using straightforward numbers.
You'll handle money and make sense of basic financial information.
You'll read and use simple charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll measure length, weight, capacity, and time in everyday contexts.
You'll apply maths skills to real situations, not just abstract problems.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Nova Training Wellington, attending full-time during the day. Teaching focuses on both underpinning maths skills and applying them to different contexts. Assessment is through a set task and an on-screen or paper-based test, as specified by City and Guilds for Entry Level 2.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Wellington 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 records and timesheets.
Kitchen assistant: weighs ingredients and follows portion guides.
Cleaner or caretaker: measures cleaning products and manages time.
Delivery driver's mate: counts packages and checks delivery notes.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up, building on Entry Level 2 skills.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): moves you toward the GCSE maths equivalent level.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the qualification employers recognise as equivalent to GCSE maths grade 4, often required for apprenticeships and further training.
