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Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Plymouth

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration54 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free if you're 19 or over and don't have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in maths, whatever you earn. If you already have one, Plymouth City Council lists a fee of £20. Contact Plymouth City Council for more info.

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About this course

Functional Skills Maths Level 2 Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Plymouth Adult Education at Cobourg House, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 54 weeks and covers the maths skills employers and colleges look for. You'll work through number, fractions, percentages, ratio, measurement, geometry, and data handling. It's a recognised GCSE maths equivalent, accepted wherever employers ask for GCSE Maths or equivalent. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you.

You'll finish with an NCFE Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 2.

Who this course is for

View the course info sheet via the link above for further information regarding the course, what you will learn, objectives and possible progression or career pathways. Alternatively, our team of Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information and discuss courses you may be interested in. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

Entry requirements

View the course info sheet via the link above for further information regarding the course, what you will learn, objectives and possible progression or career pathways. Alternatively, our team of Learning Advisors will be happy to provide you with information and discuss courses you may be interested in. Visit our website at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or contact us on 01752 660713 to make an appointment.

What you will learn

  • You'll work with whole numbers, decimals, and fractions in everyday contexts.
  • You'll calculate percentages and ratios for practical problems.
  • You'll use measurement and apply it to real tasks such as area and volume.
  • You'll interpret charts, tables, and graphs to draw conclusions.
  • You'll solve multi-step problems using a range of mathematical methods.
  • You'll use basic algebra and formulae to find unknown values.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Plymouth Adult Education at Cobourg House. Teaching covers each topic through worked examples, discussion, and practice tasks. Assessment is by two externally marked tests: one non-calculator and one calculator paper. Both are sat under exam conditions. You'll also complete a skills check at the start to confirm you're working at the right level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Plymouth Adult Education at Cobourg House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices, payments, and basic bookkeeping.
  • Payroll administrator, processes wages and checks figures for accuracy.
  • Retail supervisor, manages stock, pricing, and daily cash reconciliation.
  • Healthcare support worker, uses numeracy in medication and patient records.
  • Teaching assistant, supports pupils with maths in primary or secondary schools.
  • Warehouse team leader, oversees stock counts and order accuracy.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 qualifications in accounting, business, or health and social care, many of which require a maths qualification at Level 2 as an entry condition.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, a strong next step if you want to work in finance.
  • A-level Maths or a GCSE Maths resit, if you want to progress to higher education.
  • Apprenticeships in business, construction, or healthcare, where Level 2 maths is a standard entry requirement.
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