Functional Skills Maths - Level 2
Functional Skills Maths course covering integers, fractions, BODMAS, ratio, percentage and financial calculations to strengthen UK numeracy confidence.
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Overview
Functional Skills Maths to Functional Skills Maths builds numerical confidence through integers, fractions, BODMAS, percentages, ratio, proportion, estimation, and financial calculations. This structured programme strengthens arithmetic accuracy, logical sequencing, and real-world problem solving aligned with national Functional Skills Maths standards.
Course Description
Numbers shape everyday decisions, from budgeting to workplace calculations; therefore, precision matters. The Functional Skills Maths course transforms uncertainty into clarity through structured numerical development. Beginning with integers and factors, progressing through fractions and decimal numbers, and advancing towards ratio and proportion, this Functional Skills Maths course creates confident analytical thinking. Moreover, learners apply BODMAS correctly, ensuring calculation accuracy across varied scenarios within Functional Skills Maths.
As topics expand, rational numbers, approximation, estimation, and scientific notation refine logical reasoning. Consequently, participants interpret data effectively while strengthening financial numeracy. The Functional Skills Maths course integrates percentage, profit, loss, discount, and tax principles, enabling informed commercial judgement. In addition, unitary method applications connect mathematical reasoning to daily transactions, reinforcing Functional Skills Maths capability in both academic and vocational contexts.
Finally, structured exercises consolidate progression across every module. Therefore, learners complete the Functional Skills Maths course with improved computational fluency and structured problem resolution. Simultaneously, Functional Skills Maths promotes confidence in exams, employment assessments, and workplace calculations. Through progressive topic integration, this Functional Skills Maths course supports measurable academic advancement and broader career mobility.
Learning Outcomes
- Apply directed numbers accurately within structured calculations.
- Differentiate factors, multiples, and rational values effectively.
- Solve complex equations using BODMAS sequencing rules.
- Interpret percentage, ratio, and proportion within financial contexts.
- Utilise estimation and scientific notation for numerical evaluation.
Who Is This Course For?
- Learners preparing for UK numeracy qualifications.
- Job applicants requiring certified mathematical competence.
- Apprentices completing entry requirements.
- Individuals improving budgeting capability.
- Employees seeking progression through accredited numeracy credentials.
Certification
Once the Functional Skills Maths – Level 2 is successfully completed, the learner can obtain the PDF certificate without any cost. The hard copy of the certificate is also available for £4.99. However, anyone ordering the hard copy certificate from outside the United Kingdom may incur an additional delivery charge.
Career Path
Data Analyst
Interprets numerical datasets, produces performance reports, and supports evidence-based planning.
Average UK Salary: £45,000–£65,000 per year
Finance Officer
Manages budgeting records, taxation calculations, and financial documentation accuracy.
Average UK Salary: £42,000–£60,000 per year
Project Co-ordinator
Oversees cost tracking, forecasting metrics, and quantitative progress evaluation.
Average UK Salary: £40,000–£55,000 per year
Business Operations Manager
Directs organisational efficiency through numerical reporting and cost control systems.
Average UK Salary: £50,000–£75,000 per year
Commercial Analyst
Assesses revenue trends, profit margins, and pricing structures.
Average UK Salary: £48,000–£70,000 per year
Procurement Manager
Leads supplier negotiations, discount structures, and expenditure modelling.
Average UK Salary: £55,000–£80,000 per year
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, the Functional Skills Maths course aligns with national standards widely accepted by UK employers and colleges.
Many apprenticeship providers, universities, and employers require Functional Skills Maths certification for entry or progression.
Yes, it includes profit, loss, discount, tax, percentage, and ratio applications relevant to UK workplaces.
Functional Skills Maths strengthens numeracy confidence required for assessments, recruitment tests, and workplace calculations.
Yes, adults across the UK enrol in Functional Skills Maths to improve qualifications, career mobility, and academic eligibility.
Functional Skills Maths – Level 2 Course Reviews
An outstanding online course with clear explanations and practical examples. I could study at my own pace and still feel fully supported throughout. It’s truly boosted my confidence and career prospects
The course was well-structured, engaging, and easy to follow. The flexibility made it perfect alongside my full-time job. I’ve gained valuable, real-world skills that I can apply immediately.
Excellent learning experience from start to finish. The content was professional, up-to-date, and highly relevant. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to upskill online.
Course Curriculum
| Integers ( Directed Numbers) | |||
| Lecture 1 Introduction | 00:02:00 | ||
| Lecture 2 Multiplying any digit number by 11, 22, and 33 | 00:09:00 | ||
| Lecture 3 Integers and ordering of integers | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 4 Addition and Subtractions of Integers | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 5 Operations on Integers | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 6 Multiplication and Division of Integers | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 7 Powers of Integers (Exponents) | 00:04:00 | ||
| Factors and Multiples | |||
| Lecture 8 Complete knowledge about factors and multiples | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 9 Divisibility tests for 2,3,4,5,6 | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 10 Divisibility rules 7,8,9,10,11 | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 11 Prime Factorization | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 12 Highest Common Factor HCF | 00:10:00 | ||
| Lecture 13 Least Common Multiple LCM | 00:16:00 | ||
| Lecture 14 Relation between LCM and HCF | 00:04:00 | ||
| Fractions | |||
| Lecture 15 Classification of Fractions | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 16 Convert mixed to improper and improper to mixed fractions | 00:03:00 | ||
| Lecture 17 Equivalent Fractions | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 18 Comparing Fractions after converting to like fractions | 00:09:00 | ||
| Lecture 19 Reducing a fraction to lowest term | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 20 Addition and subtraction OF fractions | 00:08:00 | ||
| Lecture 21 Multiplication and division of fractions | 00:11:00 | ||
| Lecture 22 Word problems on fractions | 00:16:00 | ||
| Simplification Rule : BODMAS | |||
| Lecture 23 BODMAS and rules to remove brackets | 00:03:00 | ||
| Lecture 24 Simplify expressions using BODMAS rules | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 25 Simplify expressions involving fractions using BODMAS | 00:07:00 | ||
| Decimal numbers | |||
| Lecture 26 Decimal numbers in relation to fractions | 00:08:00 | ||
| Lecture 27 Like and unlike Decimals | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 28 Ordering of Decimal numbers | 00:10:00 | ||
| Lecture 29 Addition and subtraction of Decimal | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 30 Multiplication of Decimal | 00:03:00 | ||
| Lecture 31 Division of Decimal | 00:05:00 | ||
| Rational Numbers | |||
| Lecture 32 Rational number | 00:02:00 | ||
| Lecture 33 Representation of Rational Numbers on Number line | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 34 Determining which fraction is terminating or non terminating | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 35 shortcut method of writing decimal expansion of fraction to decimal | 00:08:00 | ||
| Approximation | |||
| Lecture 36 Rounding to whole number | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 37 Rounding to required number of decimals (1 d.p. ) | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 38 rounding to significant digits | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 39 Practice question on three methods of approximation | 00:05:00 | ||
| Estimation and Scientific Notation or Standard form | |||
| Lecture 40 Estimation | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 41 Scientific Notation | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 42 Operation on numbers when they are in scientific notation | 00:06:00 | ||
| Percentage | |||
| Lecture 43 Percentage to fraction and fraction to percentage | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 44 Percentage of a quantity and conversation to decimal | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 45 Expressing one quantity as percentage of another quantity | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 46 Finding increase decrease percent | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 47 Uses of percentages-Word Problems | 00:09:00 | ||
| Ratio and Proportion | |||
| Lecture 48 Ratio- How to express as simple ratio | 00:09:00 | ||
| Lecture 49 How to compare Ratios | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 50 Word problems on finding ratios | 00:07:00 | ||
| Lecture 51 To divide a given quantity into a given Ratio | 00:11:00 | ||
| Lecture 52 Proportion | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 53 Practice problems on Proportion | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 54 Continued proportion | 00:06:00 | ||
| Unitary Method and its Applications | |||
| Lecture 55 Direct Variation ( or proportion) | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 56 Problems based on Direct proportion | 00:10:00 | ||
| Lecture 57 Inverse Variation ( or proportion) | 00:10:00 | ||
| Lecture 58 Multiple Ratios | 00:10:00 | ||
| Profit , Loss, discount and Tax | |||
| Lecture 59 Basics – Profit and Loss | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 60 More practice problems on Profit & Loss | 00:06:00 | ||
| Lecture 61 Selling price formula and Problems | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 62 Cost price formula and Problems | 00:03:00 | ||
| Lecture 63 Higher problems on Profit and Loss | 00:08:00 | ||
| Lecture 64 Basics – Discount.mp4 | 00:05:00 | ||
| Lecture 65 Practice problems on Discount | 00:04:00 | ||
| Lecture 66 Tax | 00:06:00 | ||
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Number of Units:
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Access:
1 Year -
Duration:
6 hours, 56 minutes -
PDF Certificate
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