Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby Adult Learning Service at Allen Park Centre, part-time on weekday mornings. This free functional skills maths course runs from September to May and takes 70 hours in total. It covers the practical maths skills that many employers ask for, from working with numbers and percentages to solving everyday problems. It is suitable for anyone who does not already hold a Level 2 maths qualification or a GCSE grade C or 4 and above. This course is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent for employment and further study. You will have an initial assessment before enrolling to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
FEES almost all of our maths and English classes are fully funded meaning you will not need to pay fees. When you click apply now, use the drop down box to select the 'Full remission' option and this will zero the fees. Our staff will provide more information once you've booked your assessment.
The course is for anyone wanting to improve their Maths skills and achieve a recognised qualification. It is suitable for learners who do not already have a Level 2 maths qualification or GCSE C or 4 and above.
Maths functional skills are benchmark qualifications required by many employers and recognised nationally.
Entry requirements
To join a functional skills class at Level 1 or Level 2 you will usually have completed functional skills, Entry Level 3 or Level 1 respectively, or be working at that standard. An initial assessment will be completed prior to enrolling onto this course to check prior knowledge and ensure you join the correct level course for you.
If you have English as a Second Language, learners need to have passed or be working towards entry level 3 ESOL or equivalent to join a maths course at DALS.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use estimation and approximation to check your answers.
You'll apply units of measurement and work with shapes and space.
You'll handle data, read charts and graphs, and interpret statistics.
You'll solve multi-step problems in everyday and work-based situations.
You'll develop independent problem-solving skills you can use in and out of work.
How you will learn
You will learn through classroom-based sessions at Allen Park Centre, running Tuesday to Friday mornings from 10:00 to 12:30. Teaching covers practical maths tasks set in real-life and workplace contexts. Assessment is by a formal written exam set by City and Guilds. You will complete an initial assessment before the course begins to confirm you are working at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Derby Adult Learning Service at Allen Park Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many roles require a Level 2 maths qualification or GCSE maths equivalent.
Accounts assistant: numerical accuracy is a core requirement for entry-level finance work.
Healthcare support worker: NHS and care employers often ask for maths at Level 2.
Retail supervisor: stock, cash handling, and reporting all need solid maths skills.
Teaching assistant: schools require maths at GCSE grade C or 4, or the equivalent.
Warehouse operative or team leader: roles involving stock control and data entry.
Apprentice in any sector: most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths to complete.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English: pair your maths qualification with an English certificate, which many employers and courses also require.
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: a level 2 functional skills maths qualification meets the maths entry requirement for many Level 3 courses, including health and social care, business, and education.
GCSE Maths: if you want to study A-levels or certain degree programmes, a GCSE may be the next step after Functional Skills Level 2.
