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Entry Level Employability Skills Course in Nottingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyASDAN
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About this course

Entry Level Employability Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Bluecoat Sixth Form, full-time during the day. A bursary may be available for households with an income under £33,000 a year.

The course runs over one year. You'll build independence skills and develop the knowledge needed for education, community, and work. Topics cover practical life skills, communication, and preparing for further study or employment. You'll need to be working at Entry Level 2 to Level 1 to join.

You'll finish with a Certificate in Employability at Entry Level.

Who this course is for

For many students the foundation learning programme course is a preparation and transition to move onto college. Students usually acquire places at college for further studies on either entry level or level one programmes. Students move onto further Life Skills courses or begin to specialise in vocational areas of interest. The course is designed to increase independence skills for improved access to educational, community and work opportunities.

Entry requirements

Students need to be working between entry level two and level one.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll practise skills that support independence in daily life.
  • You'll explore options for further education and vocational study.
  • You'll build an understanding of the world of work.
  • You'll develop skills for accessing community opportunities.
  • You'll work on personal organisation and self-management.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bluecoat Sixth Form. Learning is practical and activity-based, supporting your progress toward greater independence. Your work will be assessed through tasks and activities completed during the course. Staff will track your development throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bluecoat Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock in a shop.
  • Kitchen helper, supporting food preparation in a café or canteen.
  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing goods in a warehouse.
  • Cleaner, maintaining hygiene in offices, schools, or public buildings.
  • Grounds maintenance worker, keeping outdoor spaces tidy and safe.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step after this course.
  • Entry Level 3 or Level 1 vocational qualifications in areas such as catering, retail, or care, to begin specialising in a sector.
  • Life Skills programmes at Level 1, to continue building independence and confidence in everyday situations.
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