Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Wakefield. Evening maths classes run at Manygates Adult Education Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll cover maths applied to everyday situations, from problem-solving to working with numbers in practical contexts. The course runs for 13 weeks part-time. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, this level 2 functional skills maths qualification meets that requirement.
Who this course is for
The Maths Move On course will help you to use Maths to solve everyday problems, in real-life situations, at the right level for you. It can help you improve your Maths to develop study or work skills and gain a functional skills qualification.
What you will learn
You'll apply maths to solve problems in everyday and work-based situations.
You'll work with numbers, including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll use measures, shapes, and space in practical contexts.
You'll develop the maths skills needed for further study or employment.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Manygates Adult Education Centre. You'll learn through practical, real-context maths tasks. Assessment is by a written exam set by NOCN. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm that Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the right level for you, and to help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Manygates Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require GCSE maths or equivalent
Customer service advisor: numerical tasks are part of most customer-facing roles
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is checked at recruitment for NHS and care roles
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash-handling all draw on maths
Accounts assistant: a starting point toward bookkeeping and finance work
Teaching assistant: schools require Level 2 maths for classroom support roles
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 3 (not available everywhere, but a step up if you want to go further before A-level Maths)
GCSE Maths: some learners use the Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification as preparation before sitting a formal GCSE
Level 3 qualifications in business, health, or your chosen field: many require Level 2 maths as an entry condition
AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting: a natural next step if you're heading toward finance work
