Free BTEC Level 1 Personal Growth and Wellbeing Course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run full-time at Bexhill College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll develop personal skills and attributes that employers and further education providers look for. Units are designed to support your growth and prepare you for the next step, whether that's more study or work. Entry is open to those with GCSE grades 1 or 2, and those without GCSEs will also be considered.
Who this course is for
The course gives you an opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes that are essential for life and employment. It allows personal growth through a range of units designed to prepare you for progression onto further education and future employment.
Entry requirements
This course is for students who have achieved grades 1/2 at GCSE. Students without any GCSE’s will also be considered for this programme.
What you will learn
You'll develop personal skills and attributes valued in work and further study.
You'll build self-awareness and understand your own strengths and areas for growth.
You'll practise communication and teamwork skills used in everyday working life.
You'll explore strategies for managing your own wellbeing and resilience.
You'll set personal goals and learn how to work toward them.
You'll prepare for progression into further education or employment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bexhill College. Assessment is portfolio-based, which means you gather evidence of your work and skills throughout the year rather than sitting exams. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and support you in building your portfolio. Learning is practical and activity-based, focused on developing real personal and employability skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bexhill College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant. Entry-level role working with the public.
Retail assistant. Supporting customers and keeping the shop running smoothly.
Care assistant. Helping people in care homes or in the community.
Teaching assistant. Supporting pupils in a school classroom.
Administrator. Office-based support role across many sectors.
Warehouse operative. Practical, team-based work in logistics and distribution.
What you could study next
BTEC Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in a vocational subject. A natural next step if you want to specialise in a particular area such as health and social care, business, or public services.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2. Useful alongside or after this course if you want to strengthen your qualifications for employment or further study.
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. Builds directly on the personal development work you've done here.
