Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Chester. Daytime classes run at Chester Work Zone. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills employers ask for, from working with numbers and fractions to interpreting data and solving problems in everyday contexts. It's the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification counts. The course runs over 12 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Learners wishing to improve their maths
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages.
You'll use ratios and proportions to solve practical problems.
You'll interpret charts, graphs, and tables accurately.
You'll apply maths to real-world situations such as budgeting, measurement, and time.
You'll use formulae and carry out calculations involving area, perimeter, and volume.
You'll develop problem-solving strategies and check your working for accuracy.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Chester Work Zone with a flexible timetable during daytime hours. Assessment is through two externally set and marked tests: one covering number and the measures, shape, and space section, and one covering handling data. You'll also complete an on-screen or paper-based assessment depending on the centre's arrangements. Your tutor will prepare you for both tests throughout the 12 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chester Work Zone will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk: basic bookkeeping and invoicing roles often specify GCSE maths or equivalent.
Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling require confident numeracy.
Healthcare support worker: medication calculations and record-keeping need solid maths.
