Free Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Course in Ashington. Classes run at Buzz Learning College, full-time during the day. This functional skills maths course runs over 36 weeks and covers the practical maths skills you need for work and everyday life. It's a GCSE maths equivalent, recognised by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE Maths or equivalent. You'll work through real-life contexts rather than abstract theory, building the essential knowledge to use maths independently. NOCN Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics at Level 2.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills are practical skills in the subject mathematics at Level 2. NOCN Functional Skills are available for all learners to access, enhancing and developing confidence and independence for life and work using real life contexts. Functional Skills provides a practical grounding in the required skills and essential knowledge to enable individuals to operate effectively and independently.
What you will learn
You'll apply number skills to real-life situations, including money, measurements, and data.
You'll interpret and use fractions, decimals, and percentages.
You'll read and construct charts, graphs, and tables.
You'll use ratio and proportion in practical contexts.
You'll solve multi-step problems using mathematical reasoning.
You'll work with shape, space, and measures in everyday scenarios.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Buzz Learning College, with daytime sessions across 36 weeks. Learning is built around practical, real-life tasks rather than abstract exercises. Assessment is by a written exam set and marked by NOCN. You'll have an initial assessment at the start to confirm Level 2 is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Buzz Learning College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administration assistant: many roles require a maths qualification at this level.
Accounts clerk: handles invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping.
Retail supervisor: manages stock, pricing, and cash reconciliation.
Healthcare support worker: numeracy is required for medication and record-keeping.
Construction operative: site work involves measurement and calculation.
Customer service advisor: handles transactions and numerical queries.
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Mathematics: if you need a higher level of maths for a specific course or employer.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners choose to sit a formal GCSE after completing this qualification.
Level 2 or Level 3 vocational qualifications: many courses in business, health, construction, and childcare require a maths qualification at this level as an entry requirement.
