Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Middlesbrough. Classes run at IntoUniversity Middlesbrough, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the numeracy skills employers and further education providers look for. It's the recognised gcse maths equivalent, so when an employer asks for GCSE Maths or equivalent, this qualification counts. The course typically runs over 15 days.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills qualifications are intended to support learners as they seek to improve their literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. Achieving these qualifications should increase candidates’ confidence and motivation, and the skills they gain will be valuable in the workplace or in any further learning.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving ratio, proportion, and scale.
You'll calculate with measures including money, time, length, area, and volume.
You'll use formulae and simple algebra to solve real problems.
You'll check and interpret results to make sure they make sense in context.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at IntoUniversity Middlesbrough, working through topics with tutor support. Assessment is by two externally set and marked tests: an on-screen non-calculator test and an on-screen calculator test. Both are set and marked by NCFE. You need to pass both tests to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. IntoUniversity Middlesbrough will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrative assistant: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk or finance assistant: basic numeracy is a core requirement.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash-handling all draw on these skills.
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is checked during NHS recruitment.
Teaching assistant: schools require a Level 2 maths qualification for this role.
Warehouse operative or logistics coordinator: accuracy with numbers matters throughout.
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: the next step if you need a higher level for your course or employer.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners choose to sit a formal GCSE after achieving Level 2.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in health, business, construction, and childcare require a Level 2 maths qualification as an entry condition, so this opens those doors.
Higher or further education Access courses: most Access to HE Diplomas require Level 2 maths before or alongside study.
