Functional Skills Mathematics qualifications are designed to help learners build confidence in using maths and to develop a strong foundation for employment, further study, and everyday life. The skills gained enable learners to apply mathematical thinking to real situations and solve practical problems effectively.
At Level 1 and Level 2, the qualification demonstrates a solid understanding of mathematical concepts at the appropriate level and the ability to use these skills successfully in both workplace and real‑life contexts.
How the Course Is Delivered
Our distance learning courses are completed entirely online, so there is no requirement to attend college in person. However, you are welcome to come into college if you feel you would benefit from additional support.
You will complete your online assessments by answering questions and submitting your work to your tutor through the online learning platform. You will receive full written feedback on each assessment within five working days.
Tutor Support
Your tutor is available during office hours by email or mobile phone if you need help with your studies. We encourage you to get in touch whenever you need guidance or clarification.
Exams and Assessment
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit one final exam under exam conditions. This can be completed either:
- In college, or
- At home, provided you meet the required specifications for remote exams
Technical Requirements
To study the course, you will need:
- A suitable device such as a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet (e.g., iPad).
- Reliable internet access.
Please note that the course cannot be completed on a mobile phone, as our learning platform is not compatible with mobile devices.
Certification
Once you successfully complete the course and pass all exams, you will receive an official certificate from TQUK, confirming your achievement
Key Information
Course Level
Level 2
Delivery
Distance / Online
Short Courses
Duration
Online so learners will be able to go at their own pace.
There are 3 modules to the course:
Using numbers and the number system – we will cover the four main operations (adding, subtraction, multiplication and division), converting between fractions, decimals and percentages, ratio and direct and inverse proportion.
Measures, shapes and spaces – we will calculating with speed, distance, time and money, converting between measurements, properties of 2D and 3D shapes, including angles, tessellation and symmetry. We will also cover finding the area, perimeter and volume of shapes and calculating using scale drawings and maps.
Handling information and data – we will cover finding the mean, median, mode and range of a set of data, interpreting and creating graphs and charts, and probability.
There is one exam at the end of the course, covering all three modules.
An initial assessment will be conducted to ensure you are studying at the most appropriate level for you.
On completion of this Level, some learners will move into wider Further or Higher Education.
Financial Support
Depending on your situation, you may be able to access a range of financial support available.
Course Fees
UK
Fully Funded.
Apply or enquire about this course
Please use the following links to make an application or enquiry about this course.