Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments without travelling to a centre. This free functional skills maths course for adults covers the maths skills that employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE maths equivalent, including number, measure, and data handling. The course typically takes 18 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm that Level 2 is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Maths skills and who currently, do not hold a current Level 2 or higher qualification
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice.
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
You'll use formulae and solve problems involving measures, shape, and space.
You'll collect, represent, and interpret data using charts, tables, and graphs.
You'll calculate with money, time, and statistics in everyday situations.
You'll apply maths to solve multi-step problems in work and life contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through materials at your own pace. Assessment is by a formal written exam, which tests your ability to apply maths skills to real-world problems. You'll complete the exam online. Before you sit the exam, you'll take an initial assessment so your learning can be planned at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service 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 assistant: basic bookkeeping and invoicing work requires solid numeracy.
Healthcare support worker: NHS entry roles often require a GCSE maths alternative.
Retail supervisor: stock control and cash handling benefit from this qualification.
Teaching assistant: schools typically require a Level 2 maths qualification.
Warehouse operative: roles involving stock and logistics often list this as a requirement.
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Maths: if you need a higher level of maths for a specific course or job.
GCSE Maths: some learners use this functional skills maths certificate as a stepping stone toward a formal GCSE.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many apprenticeships and college courses require a Level 2 maths qualification as a condition of entry, so completing this opens those doors.
