Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Croydon. Classes run at Croydon College, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the college can place you on the right level. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills you use in everyday life and work, from percentages and fractions to data and measurement. It runs over 35 weeks. Functional Skills Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE maths or equivalent.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to help you improve your practical Maths skills. You will be able to apply the skills learnt in everyday life, both at home and in the workplace.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements � you will be invited in for an assessment and you will be placed on a course that is right for you.
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving ratio and proportion.
You'll apply measurement and geometry skills, including area, perimeter, and volume.
You'll use maths to handle money, budgets, and financial calculations.
You'll develop skills for applying maths confidently in workplace situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Croydon College, working through topics with a tutor and practising skills individually and in groups. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. There is no coursework component. You'll need to pass the exam to earn your certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Croydon College 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 work.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash-handling responsibilities.
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is required for medication and record-keeping.
Teaching assistant: schools ask for GCSE maths or the recognised equivalent.
Warehouse operative: roles involving stock counts and data entry.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: if your initial assessment places you below Level 2, this is the step before.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners go on to sit a full GCSE after completing Level 2.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in business, health, childcare, and construction require a maths qualification at this level as an entry condition.
