Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Stockton-on-Tees. Classes run at Stockton Riverside College, part-time during the day. You'll start with a short assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. This level 2 functional skills maths course runs over 16 weeks and covers the maths skills employers ask for. When employers say they want GCSE maths or equivalent, a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification is the recognised alternative.
Who this course is for
Do you have an interest in maths and would like to develop your skills whilst gaining a nationally recognised qualification? Perhaps you are furthering your education or career and GCSE Maths is an essential requirement for your next step? Or maybe you want to develop confidence to enable you to support children and grandchildren in their studies? GCSE Maths could be the course for you!
Entry requirements
We ask all learners to complete a short assessment to make sure they are placed on the most appropriate level.
Free for those who do not have an A* to C /9-4 grade GCSE.
What you will learn
You'll work with numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data from tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving ratio, proportion, and scale.
You'll apply maths to everyday situations such as money, time, and measurement.
You'll use formulae and understand basic algebra.
You'll develop the skills to tackle both calculator and non-calculator questions.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Stockton Riverside College during the day. Learning is delivered face to face, with practice across both calculator and non-calculator tasks. Assessment is by external exam, covering problem-solving in real contexts. You'll sit a written test to gain the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockton Riverside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: many schools require a maths qualification at this level
Healthcare support worker: NHS roles often ask for GCSE maths or equivalent
Business administrator: office roles that involve data, invoicing, or reporting
Retail supervisor: stock control and sales reporting require confident numeracy
Accounts assistant: a stepping stone toward bookkeeping and finance roles
Apprentice: many apprenticeship programmes require a functional skills maths certificate
What you could study next
Functional Skills Maths Level 1: if the initial assessment suggests you need to build further before Level 2.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners go on to sit the full GCSE after completing Level 2.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in health, business, or construction require Level 2 maths as an entry condition.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping: a natural next step if you want to move into finance or accounting.
