Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in Darlington. Classes run at Triage Darlington, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. This level 2 functional skills maths course covers the numeracy skills that employers and colleges look for, and is the recognised gcse maths equivalent when applying for jobs or further training. The course typically runs over 15 days. You'll sit an external assessment to earn your qualification.
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 numbers, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll interpret and use data presented in tables, charts, and graphs.
You'll solve problems involving measures, shape, and space.
You'll apply maths to real workplace and everyday situations.
You'll use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
You'll develop accuracy and checking strategies for calculations.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Triage Darlington. Learning is supported through tutor-led teaching and practice activities. Assessment is by an externally set and marked test. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm that Functional Skills Maths Level 2 is the right level for you; the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Darlington 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.
Customer service advisor: handling payments and data requires solid numeracy.
Warehouse operative: stock counting and measurement tasks use these skills.
Care assistant: numeracy is checked during care sector recruitment.
Retail sales assistant: cash handling and stock roles need confident maths.
Accounts or payroll clerk: entry-level finance roles often require a functional skills maths qualification.
What you could study next
Once you have your Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Certificate, you could move on to:
A Level 3 qualification in your chosen subject area, where maths at this level is often an entry requirement.
A BTEC or vocational Diploma at Level 3, such as business, health and social care, or engineering.
An Access to Higher Education Diploma, if you're considering university study.
