Level 2 Functional Skills Maths Course. Work-based training at your workplace. This course is delivered as part of an apprenticeship, so you study while you work. It costs £300, but it may be funded through your apprenticeship if a maths need is identified. The course typically takes 6 months. It covers the maths skills that employers look for, and it is the recognised GCSE maths equivalent. Many job adverts that ask for GCSE maths will accept a functional skills maths qualification at Level 2.
Who this course is for
Functional skills Maths at level 1 This study online Functional Skills Maths Level 1 course enables you to improve your understanding of maths, with the support of our experienced and friendly coaches. Your log in will give you access to a range of useful maths video tutorials and modules together with other resources that will make learning easy. you will have he opportunity to review your learning, check progress , and have recommended learning specific to your learning needs
What you will learn
You'll work with whole numbers, 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 use measures including length, weight, capacity, and time
You'll apply maths to real calculations in everyday and work contexts
You'll check and verify your answers using estimation and approximation
How you will learn
You learn at your workplace, supported by a coach. Learning is structured around your job role and your individual needs. Assessment is by a written exam set by AQA. You'll need to pass both a non-calculator and a calculator paper to earn the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Consultancy in Skills and Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: many employers require a maths qualification at this level
Warehouse operative: stock control and picking roles often require Level 2 maths
Retail supervisor: cash handling and reporting need solid numeracy
Business administration: a maths qualification supports most admin apprenticeships
Healthcare support worker: medication and measurement calculations require this level
Apprentice in any sector: Level 2 maths is a common apprenticeship entry requirement
What you could study next
Level 3 Functional Skills Mathematics: if you need maths at a higher level for further study or work.
GCSE Mathematics: some learners choose to sit the GCSE after completing Level 2 Functional Skills, particularly if a specific employer or university requires it.
Level 3 qualifications in your sector: many Level 3 courses and apprenticeships accept Level 2 Functional Skills Maths as a prerequisite.
