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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Helston – Helston Adult Education Centre

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Helston. Classes run at Helston Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day over 22 weeks. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills that employers and colleges ask for, from working with numbers and fractions to interpreting data and solving real problems. When employers say 'GCSE maths or equivalent', a Functional Skills Maths Level 2 qualification meets that standard. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.

Who this course is for

This course is for learners wishing to improve their maths skills and gain a qualificaion in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages.
  • You'll use ratios and proportions in practical contexts.
  • You'll interpret charts, tables, and graphs.
  • You'll collect and represent data clearly.
  • You'll solve multi-step problems using mathematical reasoning.
  • You'll use measures, shapes, and space, including area and volume.
  • You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting and measurement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Helston Adult Education Centre, with a mix of teacher-led instruction, practice exercises, and group work. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. The exam tests both mathematical reasoning and problem-solving in context. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Helston Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: many roles ask for GCSE maths or equivalent
  • Retail sales assistant: stock, pricing, and cash handling all use maths
  • Care assistant: medication calculations and record-keeping require numeracy
  • Administration assistant: invoicing, data entry, and spreadsheets
  • Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and stock management
  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy in schools
  • Apprentice in a trade: most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths

What you could study next

Once you have your functional skills maths certificate, you could move on to a Level 3 qualification in a subject that interests you, such as a BTEC or Access to Higher Education Diploma if you're thinking about university. If you also want to strengthen your English, a free functional skills maths course often runs alongside an English equivalent at the same centre. Some learners go on to AAT bookkeeping or accounting qualifications, where solid numeracy is essential.

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