Entry Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Hinckley. Classes run at Hinckley Library, part-time during the day. This entry level employability skills course runs over 30 weeks at a manageable pace. No formal entry requirements are needed. You'll develop communication skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and using computers. The course covers making choices, speaking up for yourself, and engaging with people and places in your community. It suits adults with learning difficulties and disabilities who want to build everyday skills.
Who this course is for
Learning for Independence courses are for adults (over the age of 19 years old) with a learning disability.
Entry requirements
No formal Entry Requirements are needed for COMMUNITY - Finding Out About the Local Area
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking and listening skills in everyday situations.
You'll develop reading and responding skills.
You'll learn to use computers for leisure and citizenship activities.
You'll build skills in speaking up for yourself and making choices.
You'll explore how to engage with people and places in your community.
You'll develop confidence in listening and responding to others.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hinckley Library. Activities include group discussions, practical tasks, and exercises in communication and computer use. Your progress is assessed through coursework and activities completed during the course. There are no formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hinckley Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - using communication skills in a retail or service role.
Library or community centre assistant - supporting local services and the public.
Care assistant - communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.
Office or admin support worker - using basic computer and communication skills.
Community support worker - helping others navigate everyday tasks and choices.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Employability Skills Qualification - the next step up, building further on communication and everyday skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 - develops reading, writing, and speaking skills for work and daily life.
Functional Skills ICT Entry Level 3 - builds on computer skills for practical use in work and community settings.
Level 1 Award in Employability Skills - a further step toward employment for those ready to progress.
