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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths in York – York Learning Acomb

CostFREE
Duration33 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Functional Skills Maths Level 2 in York. Classes run at York Learning Acomb. Daytime sessions run part-time over 33 weeks, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 2 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning. This is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent: when employers ask for GCSE Maths grade 4 or above, a level 2 functional skills maths qualification meets that requirement. The course covers number, measures, statistics, and problem-solving in everyday contexts.

Who this course is for

Anyone who does not already have a qualification at Level 2 (GCSE 4+) or above in Maths

Entry requirements

This course is funded for learners in the York and North Yorkshire area. If you live outside of this area, we recommend contacting your local adult education provider.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages in practical contexts.
  • You'll interpret and use measurements, shapes, and spatial reasoning.
  • You'll read and interpret charts, tables, and statistical data.
  • You'll solve multi-step maths problems using logical reasoning.
  • You'll apply maths to real-life situations such as budgeting, time, and measurement.
  • You'll develop the skills needed to check and communicate your working clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at York Learning Acomb, working through topics with tutor support. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by City and Guilds. There is no coursework component. You must pass the exam to earn the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. York Learning Acomb will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administration assistant: many roles require GCSE Maths grade 4 or equivalent.
  • Care assistant: employers in health and social care often require Level 2 maths.
  • Retail supervisor: stock, cash handling, and reporting all draw on this level.
  • Accounts clerk or finance assistant: a level 2 functional skills maths certificate supports entry-level finance roles.
  • Teaching assistant: schools typically require GCSE Maths or the recognised gcse maths alternative.
  • Warehouse operative or logistics coordinator: numeracy requirements met at this level.

What you could study next

Once you hold the Level 2 qualification, you could move on to a Level 3 Maths qualification if you want to go further with the subject. More commonly, this certificate unlocks entry to vocational courses that require it, such as the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, health and social care diplomas, or apprenticeships where GCSE Maths grade 4 or equivalent is a condition of entry.

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