Free BTEC Level 1 Work Skills Course in Corby. Classes run at CKW Academy, full-time during the day. This free BTEC work skills course runs for 70 hours and covers the practical skills employers look for. You'll build knowledge of workplace expectations, communication, and personal effectiveness. The level 1 BTEC work skills qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan a programme that fits your starting point and goals.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills used in workplace settings.
You'll learn how to present yourself professionally to employers.
You'll practise working with others as part of a team.
You'll explore how to manage your time and meet deadlines.
You'll build awareness of workplace rights and responsibilities.
You'll develop skills for finding and applying for jobs.
You'll reflect on your own strengths and areas to improve.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at CKW Academy. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than exams. You'll complete tasks and activities that show what you've learned. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout the course to help you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CKW Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant, supporting customers and handling stock on the shop floor.
Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and processing orders.
Hospitality team member, working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants.
Care assistant, supporting people in residential or home care settings.
Office administrator, handling calls, emails, and general admin tasks.
Catering assistant, preparing and serving food in a kitchen or canteen.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Useful if you want to strengthen your literacy and numeracy alongside work skills.
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Workskills. The next step up, covering more advanced employability skills.
Level 2 vocational qualification in a specific sector such as business, health and social care, or hospitality, depending on the career direction you want to take.
