Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Harrow. Classes run at Harrow on the Hill, part-time during the day, over 33 weeks. Tuition fees may apply depending on your circumstances, so it is worth checking with the centre. This level 2 functional skills maths qualification is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Employers and colleges accept it in place of a GCSE maths grade 4 or above. You will cover number, measure, statistics, and problem-solving in everyday contexts.
Who this course is for
This course is for adult students (19+) who need to improve their maths skills in order to progress to GCSE and further study or to a career.
What you will learn
You'll apply number skills to real calculations, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll work with measures, shape, and space in practical contexts.
You'll solve multi-step problems using mathematical reasoning.
You'll use ratio and proportion in everyday situations.
You'll check and communicate results clearly and accurately.
How you will learn
You will study in a classroom at Harrow on the Hill. Learning is delivered face to face, with tutor-led sessions and practice tasks. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You will sit the exam when your tutor confirms you are ready. There is no coursework component for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrow on the Hill will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant - many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk - basic bookkeeping and invoicing roles often require it.
Retail supervisor - stock, pricing, and cash-handling duties need solid maths.
Healthcare support worker - medication and measurement tasks require numerical accuracy.
Teaching assistant - schools expect a Level 2 maths qualification as standard.
Warehouse operative - picking, packing, and stock roles use maths daily.
What you could study next
GCSE Maths - if you want a graded GCSE alongside your functional skills maths certificate, some colleges offer adult GCSE maths classes.
Level 3 qualifications - many Level 3 courses in business, health, and science require a Level 2 maths qualification as an entry condition. This certificate meets that requirement.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is also a common entry requirement for apprenticeships at Level 2 and above.
