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Functional Skills Maths Level 2 at Croydon Adult Learning and TraininG

CostFREE
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start2 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2. Study online. Evening classes run part-time over 11 weeks, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills that employers and colleges ask for. Functional Skills Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent; when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification meets that standard. You'll complete a Functional Skills Assessment before you start, so the course is matched to the right level for you. Computers and wi-fi can be loaned if you need them. Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics Level 2 with certificate.

Who this course is for

CALAT offers English and maths courses from beginner up to GCSE level.

Functional Skills from beginners to pre-GCSE. GCSE qualifications. Flexible online English and maths courses, from Entry 3 to Level 2. Short courses in writing to improve employment prospects.

All of our English and Maths courses are free to learners with the right to residence in the UK, including asylum-seekers. Please note that you must be 19+ and not on a student visa / overseas student.

Entry requirements

You will need to complete a Functional Skills Assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
  • You'll interpret and use ratios and proportions to solve problems.
  • You'll read, interpret, and draw graphs, charts, and tables.
  • You'll use measures, shapes, and basic geometry in practical situations.
  • You'll solve multi-step maths problems using logical reasoning.
  • You'll check and evaluate results to make sure they make sense in context.

How you will learn

You study online at times that suit you, with evening sessions available. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Before the exam, you'll complete a Functional Skills Assessment so your starting point is confirmed. If you don't have access to a computer or wi-fi at home, a Chromebook and pre-loaded wi-fi dongle can be loaned for the duration of the course.

What you will need to bring

When you enrol, bring either your UK birth certificate, UK or EU passport, or your Indefinite Leave to Remain Resident Permit. Sessions can take up to 90 minutes. Croydon Adult Learning and TraininG 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.
  • Customer service adviser: handling payments and data needs solid numeracy.
  • Accounts clerk or finance assistant: entry-level finance roles often specify a GCSE maths alternative.
  • Healthcare support worker: NHS and care employers commonly ask for Level 2 maths.
  • Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash reconciliation require confident numeracy.
  • Teaching assistant: schools require a functional skills maths certificate or GCSE equivalent.
  • Warehouse or logistics coordinator: stock management and data entry roles value this qualification.

What you could study next

Once you hold a free functional skills maths qualification at Level 2, you could move on to GCSE Maths if you want a graded qualification for further study or specific employer requirements. Beyond that, Level 3 qualifications in areas such as business, health and social care, or accounting become accessible. If numeracy is central to your career goals, AAT Level 2 in Accounting is a natural next step.

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