Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Watford. Classes run at TCHC Watford GAPS Centre. You must be enrolled on a vocational qualification at one of the GAPS centres to be eligible. The course covers three areas: working with numbers, measures, shape and space, and handling data. You'll also get support with cost-of-living budgeting. At 55 hours, this entry level functional skills maths course gives you a solid foundation in everyday maths. Assessment includes a calculator and a non-calculator exam.
Who this course is for
Young people aged 16-18 (and 16-24 with an EHCP) who would like to gain a qualification in Functional Skills Maths.
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers and the number system in everyday contexts.
You'll use common measures, shape, and space.
You'll handle and interpret data and information.
You'll apply maths to budgeting and cost-of-living situations.
You'll prepare for both calculator and non-calculator assessments.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at TCHC Watford GAPS Centre. Assessment is by two exams: one where you can use a calculator, and one where you cannot. Both are set by NCFE.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. TCHC Watford GAPS Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: maths skills support stock and cash handling.
Warehouse operative: counting, measuring, and data recording.
Care assistant: numeracy used in medication and record-keeping.
Catering assistant: weights, measures, and basic costing.
Childcare worker: everyday maths in planning and budgeting.
Admin assistant: data entry and basic calculations.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 3): the next step up from Entry 2, building on what you've covered here.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1): moves you toward the GCSE maths alternative that many employers recognise.
Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 2): the qualification employers mean when they ask for a GCSE maths equivalent.
