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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Lincoln – St Francis Special School

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Lincoln. Classes run at St Francis Special School. You'll have an initial assessment during enrolment to confirm this is the right level for you. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills employers and colleges look for, and is the recognised gcse maths equivalent when applying for jobs or further study. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes 12 months.

Who this course is for

The Maths Functional Skills course is designed to help build your skills and confidence in Maths so that you can progress either to the next level of Maths Functional Skills.

Entry requirements

You will be assessed during the enrolment process to check which Level of Functional Skills will suit your needs best.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll interpret and use charts, tables, and graphs to draw conclusions.
  • You'll solve multi-step problems involving measures, shape, and space.
  • You'll use ratio and proportion in real-world situations.
  • You'll check your own calculations and identify errors.
  • You'll apply maths to everyday tasks such as budgeting, measuring, and data handling.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at St Francis Special School, working through maths topics with tutor support. Assessment is by a written external exam set and marked by NCFE. You'll need to pass the exam to earn the qualification. Your tutor will use the initial assessment to plan your learning and track your progress throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Francis Special School 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.
  • Retail supervisor - stock, pricing, and cash-handling tasks require solid numeracy.
  • Accounts clerk - entry-level finance roles often require a Level 2 maths qualification.
  • Healthcare support worker - numeracy is checked at interview and induction.
  • Warehouse operative - picking, packing, and stock roles involve measurement and data.
  • Teaching assistant - schools require evidence of maths at this level.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Maths Level 3 (if offered locally) - for those who want to go further before moving into A-level or vocational Level 3 study.
  • Level 3 vocational qualifications - many courses in health, business, or construction require Level 2 maths as a condition of entry.
  • AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting - entry-level finance training that builds directly on solid numeracy skills.

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