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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Ashton-under-Lyne

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside ACE, part-time during the day. Before you start, you'll complete one or two short assessments so the course is pitched at the right level for you. The course runs over 44 weeks, covering the maths skills that come up in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measures, data, and problem-solving. Level 2 Functional Skills Maths is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so it carries real weight with employers and colleges.

Who this course is for

If you want to improve your basic maths skills then this course is for you.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but you will need to complete one or two assessments before the course starts.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • You'll use ratio and proportion to solve practical problems
  • You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and graphs
  • You'll work with measures including length, weight, volume, and time
  • You'll apply maths to real-life situations such as budgeting and calculating costs
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills across a range of contexts

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Tameside ACE, with a mix of taught input, practice tasks, and worked examples. Assessment is by externally set and marked tests covering both skills and applied problem-solving. There is no coursework element. Your progress will be supported throughout the course before you sit the final assessments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside ACE 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 Level 2
  • Accounts clerk - basic bookkeeping and invoicing require confident numeracy
  • Care assistant - employers and regulators often require Level 2 maths
  • Retail supervisor - stock, pricing, and cash handling need solid maths skills
  • Teaching assistant - schools typically require a GCSE maths equivalent
  • Warehouse operative - picking, measuring, and stock roles value numeracy
  • Apprentice (any sector) - most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths to complete

What you could study next

Once you have your Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification, you could move on to a vocational qualification or apprenticeship in your chosen field. If you want to go further with maths, GCSE Mathematics is the natural next step. You could also look at Level 3 qualifications in areas like business, health and social care, or education, many of which require Level 2 maths as a starting point.

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