Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Milton Keynes. Classes run at MK Christian Foundation. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. This daytime functional skills maths course typically takes 8 months and covers the maths skills employers ask for. It's the recognised GCSE maths equivalent when employers ask for GCSE grade 4 or above. The course often runs alongside work experience in areas like cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering, or childcare.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for young people who would like to improve their maths skills and work towards achieving a Functional Skills qualification.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements. This is usually offered as part of one our enterprise work based training courses in cycle maintenance, horticulture, catering or childcare. Where you will gain valuable work experience as well as work towards qualifications in maths,english and employability.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in everyday contexts.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving ratio, proportion, and scale.
You'll use measures including length, weight, capacity, and time.
You'll apply maths to real financial contexts such as budgets and wages.
You'll develop the skills to sit and pass the Level 2 maths assessment.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at MK Christian Foundation, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and task-based, building the skills tested in the final assessment. The course is often delivered alongside work-based training, so you can apply maths in a real work context. Assessment is by a formal written exam set by NOCN.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. MK Christian Foundation will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Childcare worker: many employers ask for a maths qualification at this level
Catering assistant: supports food hygiene and numeracy requirements
Horticulture operative: practical maths used daily in this role
Retail or warehouse assistant: stock, pricing, and measurement tasks
Care assistant: employers often require a GCSE maths equivalent
Apprentice in any trade: most apprenticeships require Level 2 maths
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: if you need maths at a higher level for further study or work.
GCSE Maths: some learners choose to sit a GCSE after completing Functional Skills Level 2.
Vocational Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications: in childcare, catering, horticulture, or other sectors where this maths qualification meets the entry requirement.
