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Free Entry Level 2 Maths Course in Richmond – Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Maths Course in Richmond. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. Daytime sessions run part-time, so you can fit study around family or other commitments. This entry level maths course builds your number skills without any exams. At 55 hours, it's a manageable commitment. You must not already hold an Entry Level 2 or higher maths qualification, and you'll need to be aged 19 or over.

Who this course is for

This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and gain a qualification in Maths without having to take an exam.You must not have a current Entry 2 level or higher qualification.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, including counting, ordering, and simple calculations.
  • You'll add and subtract using everyday contexts.
  • You'll handle basic multiplication and division.
  • You'll read and interpret simple number information, such as prices or measurements.
  • You'll use maths in practical, real-life situations.
  • You'll build accuracy when working with money and time.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and part-time, with daytime attendance. Because this is a non-exam route, you'll be assessed through portfolio evidence and practical tasks rather than a written exam. Your work is collected over the course and assessed against the City and Guilds standard. There is no end-of-course exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: handles cash, stock counts, and pricing daily.
  • Warehouse operative: uses measurements, quantities, and delivery records.
  • Care assistant: records observations and manages medication counts.
  • Catering assistant: works with portion sizes, temperatures, and stock.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: follows schedules and measures cleaning products.
  • Childcare worker: supports numeracy activities and tracks routines.

What you could study next

Once you hold this entry level maths qualification, you could move on to a Certificate in Mathematics Skills (Entry 3) to keep building your skills. After that, Functional Skills Maths Level 1 is the next step. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised equivalent to a GCSE in Maths and is accepted by many employers and colleges as a maths certificate for job applications and further study.

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