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Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Havering – The Brittons Academy – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start22 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Havering. Classes run at The Brittons Academy, part-time during the day.

This is the GCSE maths equivalent for adults. The course runs over 21 weeks and covers fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, multi-step problem solving, formulas, measurement, and working with shapes. Topics are practical and grounded in everyday situations at work and at home. You'll start with a pre-course interview so the centre can place you at the right level.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2.

Who this course is for

"A functional skills maths course is great for anyone who needs practical math skills for daily life and work. This includes adults wanting to handle their finances better, employees looking to improve their job skills, and job seekers needing a math qualification. It's also helpful for learners who find traditional math hard and prefer a more practical approach."

Entry requirements

Please enrol onto a pre course interview so that we can identify the right starting level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll use fractions, decimals, percentages, and ratios in practical contexts.
  • You'll solve problems using multi-step calculations.
  • You'll work with formulas and equations.
  • You'll convert between metric and imperial units.
  • You'll calculate perimeter, area, and volume for 2D and 3D shapes.
  • You'll interpret and present data from charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll apply maths skills to real workplace and everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom sessions at The Brittons Academy during the day. Learning is practical and activity-based, building skills you can use straight away. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. You'll sit the exam when you and the centre agree you're ready.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Brittons Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, handles wages and calculations for a business.
  • Accounts assistant, supports a finance team with day-to-day figures.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and cash handling.
  • Healthcare support worker, uses measurement and record-keeping on the job.
  • Warehouse operative, works with quantities, weights, and inventory.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils including with numeracy tasks.
  • Customer service advisor, handles orders, refunds, and billing queries.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field, many of which require a Level 2 maths pass as a condition of entry.
  • A-level Maths or a GCSE Maths resit, if you want to progress into higher education.
  • Apprenticeships at Level 2 or Level 3, where Functional Skills Level 2 Maths meets the entry standard.
  • GCSE Maths, if a graded qualification is needed for a specific course or employer.
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