Maths Functional Skills

A fast-paced Maths qualification for learners who may already hold a FS qualification or GCSE grade 2 or lower but aren't ready or don't want to do GCSE. There are 2 components to the qualification, a non-calculator and a calculator paper, tested in one exam.

The course runs over 16 weeks, allowing you to move onto the next level or use your qualification much more quickly than the conventional year long course. The course is 3 hours per week face to face, however due to the fast pace of this course, you will be expected to complete around 1 to 2 hours of work a week at home.

Our Functional Skills qualifications are intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths. They focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply maths to different contexts. The subject content is split into three areas: using numbers and the number system; using common measures, shape and space; and handling information and data / statistics. There is naturally much overlap between these sections and drawing on different areas will be encouraged.

On completion of this course, you may be able to progress onto a higher level Functional Skills qualification or a GCSE Maths course.

Achieving a Functional Skills L2 is recognised by most businesses and HE establishments as the equivalent to a GCSE grade 4 (always check with the provider as to the qualifications they require).

We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Welfare Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.

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Warrington & Vale Royal College has been rated as a good college in the latest Ofsted inspection. We have a team of expert English tutors who are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

You will be required to complete an assessment prior to enrolling on the course to determine which level of Maths is most suitable, prior achievements will also be taken into account.

For any funding enquiries, please contact our Learner Services Team by calling 01925 494400 or emailing learner.services@wvr.ac.uk.

There are no additional costs associated with this course.