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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in Skegness – First College North Parade

CostFREE
Duration20 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Skegness. Classes run at First College North Parade, with part-time daytime sessions over 20 weeks. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the same ground as a GCSE maths equivalent, giving you a qualification that employers and colleges recognise when they ask for maths at Level 2. You'll work through real calculations, data, and problem-solving in a classroom setting at a manageable pace. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Employed or Unemployed.

What you will learn

  • You'll use numbers confidently, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • You'll interpret and work with data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
  • You'll solve multi-step problems using mathematical reasoning.
  • You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting, measurement, and time.
  • You'll understand ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
  • You'll use formulae and carry out calculations involving area, perimeter, and volume.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at First College North Parade. Teaching covers both the skills and understanding you need for the assessment. Assessment is by a written exam set by City and Guilds. There is no coursework element. The initial assessment at the start of the course helps the centre plan your learning and confirm you're working at the right level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. First College North Parade will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administration assistant - many roles require Level 2 maths as a minimum
  • Care assistant - maths needed for medication calculations and record-keeping
  • Retail supervisor - stock, pricing, and cash-handling all use Level 2 maths
  • Teaching assistant - schools often require a GCSE maths equivalent
  • Accounts clerk - entry-level finance roles ask for Level 2 maths
  • Warehouse operative (team leader) - rota and inventory work needs solid numeracy
  • Apprentice in any trade - most apprenticeships require Functional Skills Maths Level 2

What you could study next

Once you have your Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification, you could move on to a Level 3 qualification in a subject that interests you, such as a BTEC or Access to Higher Education Diploma, where Level 2 maths is often an entry requirement. If you work in a financial or business role, AAT Level 2 in Accounting is a natural next step. You could also take Functional Skills English Level 2 alongside or after this course.

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