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Free BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Hammersmith and Fulham – Hammersmith & Fulham College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith and Fulham College, full-time during the day. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds.

Over one year, you'll explore core business topics including time management, teamwork, goal-setting, and research skills. You'll also build Functional Skills in English and maths. This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers the foundations you need before moving into Level 2 business study or entry-level work.

You'll finish with a Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

We recommend that you have:

FourGCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and maths or Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop time management and organisational skills used in business settings.
  • You'll learn how to work effectively as part of a team.
  • You'll build research skills for business projects and tasks.
  • You'll create a personal progression plan with clear goals for your future.
  • You'll gain an understanding of core business principles and how organisations operate.
  • You'll strengthen your Functional Skills in English and maths.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hammersmith and Fulham College. The course uses a mix of assignments, projects, and practical tasks to assess your progress. At enrolment, you'll have an interview with course tutors. You may also complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith and Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an office.
  • Admin assistant, handles correspondence, filing, and scheduling for a team.
  • Customer service assistant, helps customers in person, by phone, or online.
  • Retail assistant, serves customers and manages stock on the shop floor.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and manages front-of-house tasks for a business.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC in Business, the natural next step after this Diploma, covering business functions in more depth.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, strengthens your core skills and meets employer entry requirements.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service, useful if you want to move into a customer-facing role.
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