Entry Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Barking and Dagenham – Rush Green Campus
CostFree if you're eligible
Duration44 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Barking and Dagenham College lists a fee of £240 if you're not eligible. Contact Barking and Dagenham College for more info.
Entry Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Rush Green Campus, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee discounts, exemptions, and grants may be available. Contact Rush Green Campus for details. The course runs for 44 hours in total, giving you time to build at a manageable pace. You'll cover the core skills employers look for, from communication and teamwork to planning and self-presentation. This entry level employability skills qualification is a practical starting point if you're new to the job market or returning to work.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll develop basic communication skills for the workplace.
You'll practise working with others as part of a team.
You'll learn how to present yourself to employers.
You'll explore how to plan and organise your time.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas to develop.
You'll build awareness of workplace expectations and behaviour.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Rush Green Campus. Learning is hands-on and practical, using tasks and exercises that reflect real workplace situations. Assessment is ongoing and based on the work you produce during the course, such as written tasks and practical activities. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - customer-facing role in shops and stores
Warehouse operative - picking, packing, and stock handling
Care assistant - supporting people in care settings
Cleaner or caretaker - maintaining buildings and facilities
Kitchen assistant - supporting catering and food preparation teams
Receptionist - front-of-house admin and customer contact
Delivery driver's mate - logistics support role
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Level 1 Employability Skills Qualification - the next step up, covering more complex workplace skills.
Functional Skills English or Maths (Entry Level or Level 1) - strengthens your CV and opens more job and training options.
Level 1 Certificate in a vocational area such as retail, care, or hospitality - moves you toward a specific career path.
