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Level 2 Functional Skills Maths

Course Code

Course Type

Adult Course

Course Duration

Can take up to a year

Location

West Plaza

Start Date

1 September, 2025

Cost

Free

This Functional Skills Level 2 Maths course is designed for adult learners aiming to enhance their maths skills for daily life, work, or further studies. It is ideal for:

Adults returning to education needing confidence with numbers.
Job seekers meeting entry requirements for employment or training.
Employees wanting to improve workplace maths skills, like data handling and budget management.
Learners preparing for GCSE Maths or higher qualifications.
Individuals managing personal finances and developing practical numeracy skills.

The course focuses on essential mathematical skills and their application to real-world problems, promoting logical thinking and better decision-making in everyday situations.

Functional Skills Level 1 Maths

However, you will need to have an initial assessment to help us plan your individual learning program. Before enrolling on the course, you must complete an initial assessment in Maths. This assessment ensures that you are placed in the appropriate level of the course for your success and allows us to identify any support you may need.

Advanced skills in working accurately with numbers, decimals, fractions, percentages, and ratios
Confidence in applying maths to real-life and work-related problems, including budgeting, financial calculations, and measurements
Ability to interpret, analyse, and create complex tables, charts, and graphs to present data clearly and effectively
Understanding of geometric properties, including calculating perimeter, area, volume, and angles in a variety of shapes
Development of problem-solving skills using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebraic reasoning
Practice in estimating, rounding, and critically evaluating answers for accuracy and reasonableness
Skills to use appropriate mathematical techniques to solve increasingly complex problems in both familiar and unfamiliar contexts
Preparation for the official Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Level 2 Maths assessments, widely recognised by employers and educational institutions across the UK

Our supportive tutors will guide you through your learning journey, providing personalised feedback, practical exercises, and ample practice opportunities.

Whether your goal is to boost confidence in maths for daily life, meet the demands of your career, or progress to further qualifications such as GCSE Maths, this course provides the essential skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

This course content is based on the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Maths specification, ensuring it meets national standards and is suitable for adult learners.

Throughout the year, we take great pride in providing a diverse range of enrichment activities. These include:

Our One World event which celebrates different faiths and cultures
Residential trips
Day excursions to various UK cities
Theatre outings
Visits to local museums
Guest speakers covering topics like Sexual Health, Sports, Well-being, Finances, Safety and Volunteering.

At Functional Skills Level 2 Maths, you will be assessed through a timed and externally marked test. The assessment includes two papers:

Paper 1: Non-calculator section
Paper 2: Calculator-allowed section

The assessment evaluates not only your ability to carry out calculations but also your reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. You will be expected to demonstrate clear working methods, appropriate approaches, and accurate results.

Throughout the course, tutors provide support with practice questions, mock exams, and personalised guidance to help you prepare confidently for the assessment.

Additionally, tutors will assess learners continuously throughout the academic year to best prepare learners for the formal exams.

After successful completion of Functional Skills Level 2 Maths, learners can progress to GCSE Maths qualifications, vocational courses, apprenticeships, or employment opportunities that require improved communication skills. This qualification provides a solid foundation for further education and enhances essential skills for everyday life and the workplace.

Course Details

Qualification

Level 2

Exam Board

Pearson Edexcel

Study Mode

Part Time

Department

Adult English and Maths

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