Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Brierley Hill. Classes run at Brierley Hill Neighbourhood Learning Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 74 hours, so you can fit it around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you. This is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for maths at GCSE grade C (grade 4) or above.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their maths and who does not already have a GCSE grade C (4) or above.
Entry requirements
No. Before joining a course, all learners will have an initial assessment to ensure that you are on the correct level course.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving ratio, proportion, and scale.
You'll use measures, shapes, and space, including area, perimeter, and volume.
You'll apply maths to real-life situations such as budgeting, measuring, and planning.
You'll develop the skills needed to sit and pass the Level 2 functional skills maths assessment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brierley Hill Neighbourhood Learning Centre. Teaching covers both the knowledge and practical application of maths. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds, covering the topics taught on the course. Your tutor will use your initial assessment results to plan your learning and track your progress throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brierley Hill Neighbourhood Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require maths at GCSE level or equivalent.
Accounts clerk: numerical accuracy is central to the role.
Care assistant: some employers and training providers require Level 2 maths.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash handling all need solid maths.
Teaching assistant: schools often ask for GCSE maths or a recognised equivalent.
Warehouse operative: measurement, stock counts, and data entry rely on maths skills.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills in English: pairs well with maths and is often required alongside it by employers and colleges.
GCSE Mathematics: if you want to sit the full GCSE after completing your functional skills maths certificate, some colleges offer adult GCSE maths classes.
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, including A Levels, BTECs, and vocational diplomas, require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
