Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Harrogate. Evening classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This level 2 functional skills maths course runs for 18 weeks part-time. It covers the maths skills that employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE maths equivalent, including number, measure, and data. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, a functional skills maths certificate at Level 2 meets that requirement. You'll sit an initial assessment at enrolment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Level 2 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
This course is for anyone aged 19 or over.
No previous experience is required. Basic IT skills are essential.
We will ask you to enrol on a BKSB assessment session. This will allow us to allocate the most suitable course for your individual level. We will
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use ratios and proportional reasoning to solve real problems.
You'll interpret and construct charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll calculate with measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll use formulae and apply basic algebra to solve problems.
You'll analyse statistical data and understand probability.
You'll apply maths skills to everyday situations such as budgeting, planning, and measurement.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Harrogate Civic Centre, working through problems individually and in groups. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. There is no coursework portfolio. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to realistic tasks, covering both calculator and non-calculator sections.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a maths qualification at Level 2.
Accounts clerk: numerical accuracy is central to this work.
Healthcare support worker: NHS roles often list GCSE maths or equivalent as a requirement.
Teaching assistant: schools typically require Level 2 maths as a minimum.
Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling need solid maths skills.
Apprentice (any sector): most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths before or during training.
Customer service advisor: roles in finance and utilities often specify a maths qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, from business to health and social care, require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: if the initial assessment shows Level 2 is not yet the right fit, Level 1 is a structured step toward it.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a natural next step if you want to move into finance or bookkeeping.
