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Free BTEC Level 1 Work Skills Course in Brierley Hill

CostFREE
Duration7 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Work Skills Course in Brierley Hill. Classes run at Juniper Training Brierley Hill, full-time during the day. You'll need an Education, Health, Care Plan (EHCP) to join. The course runs over 7 months and focuses on preparing you for adult life. You'll explore employment and forward planning, independent living, community involvement, and healthy living. Working individually and in small groups, you'll develop communication, self-management, and resilience. This is the Pearson Edexcel BTEC Work Skills Qualification at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course aims to develop learners independence and confidence focusing on their transition into adulthood. Working individually and in small groups, learners explore employment and forward planning, independent living skills, community inclusion and healthy living. Within a classroom community, learners explore their skills and abilities, developing thier communication, self-management and resilience as well as identifying opportunities to become more independent.

This course embraces practical skills and experiential learning. Learners will complete qualifications in Personal Growth and Wellbeing, Workskills and Art and Design.

Entry requirements

Must have an Education, Health, Care Plan (EHCP)

What you will learn

  • You'll explore employment options and how to plan for your future.
  • You'll develop independent living skills for adult life.
  • You'll learn how to get involved in your local community.
  • You'll build communication skills through individual and group activities.
  • You'll practise self-management and resilience in a classroom setting.
  • You'll identify your own skills and abilities.
  • You'll learn about healthy living and looking after yourself.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Juniper Training Brierley Hill, working both individually and in small groups. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real situations you'll face in adult life. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and coursework tasks that show what you've learned across each unit of the BTEC Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Juniper Training Brierley Hill will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant. Entry-level customer-facing work in shops.
  • Warehouse operative. Picking, packing, and stock tasks.
  • Catering assistant. Food preparation and kitchen support roles.
  • Cleaner or caretaker. Building and facilities maintenance work.
  • Care assistant. Supporting adults in residential or community settings.
  • Admin assistant. Office and reception support roles.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Award or Certificate in Workskills. The next step up, building on what you've covered at Level 1.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Useful alongside or after this course if you want to strengthen literacy and numeracy.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as retail, catering, or care, depending on the work you want to move into.
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