Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, part-time during the day. This is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE maths or equivalent. The course typically takes 5 months. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers number, measures, statistics, and problem-solving in everyday contexts.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll use ratio and proportion to solve real-world problems.
You'll interpret and compare statistical data, including charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll calculate with measures including area, perimeter, volume, and time.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as budgeting, measurements, and planning.
You'll develop problem-solving strategies for multi-step maths questions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus. Teaching covers both the skills and their practical application. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There is no coursework component. The exam tests your ability to apply maths across a range of contexts, including a calculator paper and a non-calculator paper.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many roles require a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts assistant: basic bookkeeping and numeracy work.
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is checked at recruitment.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash handling roles.
Teaching assistant: schools require maths at this level.
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and inventory tasks.
Customer service advisor: roles involving billing or data entry.
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: if your initial assessment shows Level 2 is not yet the right fit, Level 1 is the step before.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners use their Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Certificate as a stepping stone toward a full GCSE.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in health, business, or construction require a maths qualification at this level as an entry condition.
