Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Barnsley. Classes run at Wombwell Community Education Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 36 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course covers the maths skills that employers ask for, from working with numbers and percentages to interpreting data and solving everyday problems. Level 2 Functional Skills Maths is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so it carries real weight with employers and colleges. Before you start, you'll have a guidance session to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Anyone. Please contact us for more information.
Entry requirements
An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret charts, tables, and graphs to draw conclusions.
You'll use ratio and proportion to solve real-world problems.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting, measurement, and time.
You'll develop problem-solving skills using multi-step calculations.
You'll build the maths knowledge that employers expect at Level 2.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Wombwell Community Education Centre, with a mix of taught input, practice activities, and worked examples. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel, covering both calculator and non-calculator sections. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and help you prepare for the exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wombwell Community Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many roles require a Level 2 maths qualification as standard.
Accounts assistant: numerical accuracy is central to the role.
Care assistant: employers often ask for maths at Level 2 or equivalent.
Retail supervisor: stock, cash handling, and reporting all need solid maths.
Teaching assistant: schools expect Level 2 maths as a minimum.
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and inventory work involves regular calculation.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English: pairs well with maths if you want both qualifications for work or further study.
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, including Access to Higher Education Diplomas, require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
GCSE Maths: if you want a graded GCSE rather than a Functional Skills Certificate, this is the next step.
