Entry Level 2/Entry Level 3 Functional Skills Maths

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note you must undertake a BKSB initial and diagnostic test online to determine your level before you can book on this course. Please fill in an enquiry form here and let us know if you have already gained a qualification in Maths. 

Course Code: 26031

Teacher: This course is being taught by Natalia.

What is this course about?

This Functional Skills Entry Level 2 and 3 course is delivered face to face.

Entry Level 3 course prepares you to gain qualifications which will enable you progress on to higher education or further your job prospects.

The course is split into 2 parts:

Preparing to study Functional Skills maths – will prepare you to study a Functional Skills qualification course. In this time your teacher will also assess you, to see if you are ready for a qualification course. At the end of part 1 you will either progress on to part 2 or you will stay on part 1 for a little longer.

Functional Skills Entry Level 3 will give you the skills to use maths effectively in three areas, number, handling data and measure, shape and space (MSS).

You will be taught by a qualified teacher guiding you through the course.  Your course will be taught twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays between 9.45am and 12.45pm.  

Course dates: Monday 6th January 2025 to Thursday 3rd April 2025. Please note there are no classes on 17th February 2025 and 20th February 2025.

Who is this course for?

For people who want to gain a recognised qualification in maths to allow them to progress to further study, education, or career progression. 

Entry Requirements to do this course:

You will be asked to undertake a BKSB test online to determine your level.  Please also tells us on enquiry whether you have already gained a qualification in maths.  

How you will be assessed?

The three components of the course should give you the skills to use maths effectively in all three elements, number, handling data and measure, shape and space (MSS).

The course is taught online and or face-to-face. You will need to come into a testing centre, in an area as close as possible to where you live in Hertfordshire, to complete your exams.

The final exam is split into two papers – a non-calculator and a calculator paper. 

How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

This is a recognised qualification course and as such you will be asked to work at least 2 hours outside of the lesson each week. You will also be offered separate revision sessions outside of your course which we encourage you to take up.

• This course does require commitment and you will need to spend few hours every week.

What learners need to bring/supply

Writing implements and notebook.

The next steps…

During this workshop we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other workshops/courses. Please click here to see the full range of courses we offer.

We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.