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Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Radstock. Classes run at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Daytime sessions run part-time over one year, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the maths skills that come up in everyday life and work: working with numbers, measures, shapes, and data. 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 have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and use ratios and proportions to solve problems.
You'll calculate with measures including length, weight, capacity, time, and money.
You'll understand and apply basic geometry, including area, perimeter, and angles.
You'll read, interpret, and draw charts, graphs, and tables.
You'll use statistics to compare data and identify trends.
You'll apply maths to realistic, everyday situations and problems.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bath College Somer Valley Campus. Teaching covers both the skills and the application of maths to real-life contexts. Assessment is by a written exam set by Pearson Edexcel, covering two components: non-calculator and calculator. You'll need to pass both to achieve the qualification. The centre will use your initial assessment to plan your learning and track your progress throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bath College Somer Valley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts assistant: numerical accuracy is central to the role.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash handling all draw on these skills.
Healthcare support worker: medication calculations and record-keeping require solid maths.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with numeracy is a core part of the job.
Warehouse operative: measuring, counting, and data entry are everyday tasks.
Apprentice (any sector): most apprenticeships require a Level 2 maths qualification.
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Mathematics: for roles or courses that require maths above GCSE level.
A Level Mathematics or AS Level Mathematics: if you want to study maths at a higher academic level.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: many Access courses require Functional Skills Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
Vocational qualifications at Level 3 (such as business, health and social care, or engineering): a Level 2 maths qualification is often a prerequisite.
