Free BTEC Level 1 Work Skills Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House, full-time during the day. This free BTEC Work Skills Course runs for around 70 hours and covers the practical skills employers look for. You'll build knowledge of workplace behaviour, communication, and how to prepare for employment. The level 1 BTEC Work Skills qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the college can plan a programme that suits your starting point and goals.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop workplace communication skills used in everyday job roles.
You'll explore professional behaviour and attitudes expected by employers.
You'll practise skills for finding and applying for work.
You'll learn how to present yourself in a work setting.
You'll build awareness of health, safety, and responsibility at work.
You'll develop personal organisation and time management skills.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and support you in gathering evidence of your skills and progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College North Grove House will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Warehouse operative, supporting stock handling and logistics teams.
Retail assistant, working on the shop floor with customers.
Care assistant, supporting people in residential or home care settings.
Hospitality team member, working in hotels, cafes, or restaurants.
Catering assistant, preparing and serving food in a kitchen environment.
Office junior, carrying out admin and support tasks in a workplace.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths, strengthening core skills many employers ask for.
Level 2 BTEC Diploma in a vocational subject such as Business, Health and Social Care, or Hospitality, building on your Level 1 foundation.
A Study Programme combining vocational qualifications, work experience, and Functional Skills, giving you a broader route into employment or further training.
