Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, fees apply. Contact Newbury College for more info.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Newbury. Classes run at Newbury College. Daytime sessions run part-time over 36 weeks, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. You'll start with a diagnostic assessment so the college can place you at the right level. The course covers everyday maths from work and life contexts, including number, measures, and data. When employers ask for GCSE maths or equivalent, a level 2 functional skills maths qualification meets that requirement.
Who this course is for
This course helps adults improve their personal numeracy skills in everyday contexts from work and life. Developing these skills is essential for progression in further study or employment opportunities. The course is for anyone who wants to improve their numeracy skills and who does not already hold a Level 2 Mathematics qualification.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. However, all applicants are required to undertake an interview and diagnostic assessment to ensure we place them on the correct course.
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers confidently, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll use measures, shape, and space in practical, real-world contexts.
You'll interpret and analyse data presented in charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll solve multi-step maths problems using the right methods and checking your answers.
You'll apply maths skills to everyday situations from work and home life.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Newbury College, with a diagnostic assessment at the start to shape your learning plan. Assessment is by a written external exam set by Pearson Edexcel. The exam includes two components: one calculator and one non-calculator paper. You must pass both to achieve the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles ask for a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk or finance assistant: basic numeracy is a standard requirement.
Retail supervisor: stock, pricing, and cash-handling tasks need solid maths.
Healthcare support worker: medication calculations and record-keeping require numeracy.
Teaching assistant: supporting pupils with maths requires this level of confidence.
Warehouse or logistics operative: measuring, quantities, and data entry all apply.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Level 2: pairs well with the maths qualification if you want both for employment or further study.
GCSE Maths (resit): if you want a GCSE grade rather than the functional skills route.
Level 3 qualifications in your chosen subject: many Level 3 courses, including A Levels and BTECs, ask for Level 2 maths as a condition of entry.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a natural next step if you want to move into finance or bookkeeping.
