Functional Skills Maths (Block Fortnight)

Do you need proof of your skills in mathematics? Do you have all the skills, but no paperwork to back you up so that you can get your next job or promotion?

This two week (10 days), fast paced, intensive course is designed to get you exam ready for your Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification. We'll help you master your techniques in areas that you need support and prepare you for taking your Level 2 exams at the end of the week.

Most employers and further education providers will accept a level 2 functional skills qualification in place of your GCSE certificate, but you will need to double check with your chosen employer, college or university.

You may use this qualification to progress your career or go onto further education opportunities. Most universities accept level 2 for entry onto their degree courses. You would be welcome to discuss your options with your tutor or one of our dedicated careers advisors.

You will have a whistle stop tour of the Functional Skills Level 2 maths syllabus, with focus on specific areas that you may need polishing.
The syllabus includes:
Working with numbers and proportional reasoning: use of the four basic calculations, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and the use of fraction, decimals, percentages and ratios.
This includes understanding and calculating interest and discounts on items, scaling up or down measures for recipes and more, and knowing how to find what item/offer is the best buy.
Common shape, measure and space: recognising and using the area, perimeter and volume of basic shapes, and converting between different measurements.
Data handling: understanding what averages tell us about data and how to read and draw graphs to represent data.

The Functional Skills Maths exam comprises of one exam paper with two sections (non-calculator and calculator). Learners will be assessed on a variety of skills in the areas of: Use of Number, Shape and Measure, Handling Data and Problem Solving.
The course consists of 3 full days at College in both weeks, an additional 1 ½ days of directed study in the first week, then 1 directed study day in the second (these days will vary depending on the dates you choose for your course), with your exams booked for the Friday in the second week. There are limited spaces available, and very strict timelines for applications.

For students aged 19 and over who don't yet hold their Functional Skills qualification (or equivalent), this course may be available free of charge, dependent upon your nationality and residency status.

Apply online by clicking the button below. If you have any questions about your application, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.

Available course dates:

• 30/11/2026 – 04/12/2026 (applications close 23/10/2026)
• 04/01/2027 – 15/01/2027 (applications close 20/11/2026)
• 18/01/2027 – 29/01/2027 (applications close 04/12/2026)
• 22/02/2027 – 05/03/2027 (applications close 15/01/2027)
• 08/03/2027 – 19/03/2027 (applications close 29/01/2027)
• 12/04/2027 – 23/04/2027 (applications close 26/02/2027)
• 26/04/2027 – 07/05/2027 (applications close 12/03/2027)
• 10/05/2027 – 21/05/2027 (applications close 25/03/2027)

Applications must be processed no later than 6 weeks prior to the course date, and you will need to ensure you will be available for a telephone or in person interview and can come to college for an Initial Assessment (to determine the level you are currently working at). Places are limited, so get your application in soon.