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Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Redcar

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Redcar. Classes run at Redcar and Cleveland College, part-time during the day over 20 weeks.

The course covers number, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio, algebra, geometry, and statistics. You'll apply maths to everyday situations and workplace problems. It's the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK. You'll have a short initial assessment before you start so you join at the right level.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics.

Who this course is for

If you would like to develop your maths skills for further learning or employment, gain a nationally recognised qualification (up to Level 2), or wish to develop your confidence using maths in everyday situations, this is the right course for you!

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements, but we ask all learners to complete a short initial and diagnostic assessment before the course starts so we can enrol you on the right level.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
  • You'll solve problems involving algebra and formulae.
  • You'll interpret and use data, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll apply geometry and measures, including area, volume, and angles.
  • You'll use maths to tackle real workplace and everyday situations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions with a tutor. The course uses a mix of practice tasks, group work, and problem-solving activities. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. There is also an on-screen component covering applied maths tasks. Your tutor will prepare you for both parts during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Redcar and Cleveland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices and basic bookkeeping.
  • Healthcare support worker, maths is needed for measuring and recording.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock levels and sales figures.
  • Warehouse operative, works with quantities, weights, and delivery records.
  • Teaching assistant, supports learners with numeracy tasks.
  • Payroll administrator, runs payroll calculations for an employer.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A-level Mathematics, for those aiming at higher education or technical roles.
  • Level 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics, a further step for learners who want to progress beyond Level 2.
  • BTEC or vocational Level 3 qualifications in business, health, engineering, or construction, many of which require a Level 2 maths qualification for entry.
  • Higher education Access to HE Diploma, where Level 2 maths is often an entry requirement.
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