Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Accrington
CostFREE
Duration55 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Accrington. Classes run at St James Old School. Daytime sessions are part-time, running at a manageable pace across around 55 hours. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills used in everyday life and work, from percentages and fractions to data and problem-solving. It's the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification counts. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the right level for you. A Level 1 qualification in maths is desirable but not required.
Who this course is for
Via our Multiply funded project and for lower skilled an/or unemployed residents of Lancashire. Adults lacking confidence in maths can gain an Level 2 qualification in functional maths.
Entry requirements
A level 1 qualification would be desirable as is an interest in improving your Maths.
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 money, measurement, and time.
You'll use ratios and proportions in practical contexts.
You'll apply maths to real-life situations, including work and finance.
You'll develop the skills needed to tackle multi-step problems.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at St James Old School, with a tutor guiding sessions. Assessment is through a written exam set by City and Guilds. The exam tests your ability to apply maths across a range of practical tasks and problems. There is no coursework component for the Level 2 qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St James Old School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a GCSE maths equivalent
Customer service advisor: handling transactions and data day to day
Warehouse operative: stock counting, measurements, and records
Care assistant: medication calculations and record-keeping often required
Retail assistant: cash handling, pricing, and stock management
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy work
Accounts clerk: entry-level finance roles often ask for maths at this level
What you could study next
With a free functional skills maths certificate at Level 2, you could move into vocational qualifications that require it as an entry condition. Options include:
Level 3 qualifications in business, health and social care, or education
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, which builds directly on numeracy skills
Apprenticeships that require GCSE maths or its equivalent at Level 2
GCSE Maths, if you want a traditional qualification alongside this one
