Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Northallerton. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day over 18 weeks. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills that employers and colleges ask for, from working with numbers and fractions to using data and solving real problems. It's a recognised GCSE maths equivalent, so when employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification counts. You'll sit an initial assessment at enrolment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Level 2 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use ratios and proportions to solve practical problems.
You'll interpret and present data using charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as money, measurement, and time.
You'll use formulas and basic algebra to find unknown values.
You'll develop problem-solving skills across a range of contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, with a mix of teacher-led instruction, practice exercises, and problem-solving tasks. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. You'll need to pass both a non-calculator and a calculator paper to earn the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles ask for a GCSE maths equivalent
Care assistant: employers often require a Level 2 maths qualification
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash-handling roles need solid maths
Teaching assistant: schools require functional skills maths at Level 2 or above
Accounts clerk: entry-level finance roles need a recognised maths certificate
Warehouse operative: measurement and data tasks are part of daily work
What you could study next
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, from health and social care to business, require a Level 2 maths qualification as an entry condition.
A-level Maths or GCSE Maths: if you want to progress further in education, some colleges will accept your Functional Skills Level 2 as evidence of readiness.
Apprenticeships: most apprenticeship standards require Functional Skills Maths Level 2 or GCSE Maths grade 4 or above.
