Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Pickering. Evening classes run at Atmosphere Centre for Young People, so you can study around work or other commitments. The course runs for 18 weeks part-time. Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this qualification meets that requirement. You'll cover number, measures, statistics, and problem-solving at Level 2. 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 numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll solve problems involving money, time, and measurements.
You'll interpret and use data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll apply maths to real-world contexts such as budgeting and planning.
You'll use ratio and proportion in practical situations.
You'll develop accuracy and checking strategies for calculations.
How you will learn
You'll attend evening classes at Atmosphere Centre for Young People in Pickering. Learning is classroom based, with a mix of taught sessions, practice tasks, and worked examples. Assessment for the City and Guilds Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics includes an on-screen or paper-based exam. There is no coursework portfolio for this qualification. The exam tests your ability to apply maths skills to realistic tasks and problems.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Atmosphere Centre for Young People will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a maths qualification at Level 2
Accounts clerk: numerical accuracy is central to this work
Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling need solid maths
Healthcare support worker: medication calculations and record-keeping require Level 2 maths
Teaching assistant: schools often ask for a functional skills maths certificate or GCSE equivalent
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: many Level 3 courses, including A Levels, T Levels, and vocational diplomas, require a Level 2 maths qualification as an entry condition.
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: if the initial assessment suggests Level 2 is not yet the right starting point, Level 1 builds the foundations first.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a natural next step if you want to move into finance or bookkeeping.
