Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf, full-time during the day. This level 1 btec workskills course runs over two years and focuses on building the practical skills and knowledge employers look for. You'll explore employment opportunities and develop the readiness to access work. Entry to the course depends on prior attainment, and the centre will assess this before you start. Earning a Pearson Edexcel btec workskills qualification shows employers you have the foundations they need.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Workskills at level 1 qualifications are a recognised employability suite of learning that allows learners to explore employment opportunities and access jobs. They are designed to meet the needs of learners at this level and have a range of purposes and outcomes.
Entry requirements
This course is being run in the academic years 2021-2023 but there is no guarantee that it will run in future years. Entry to the course will depend on the deaf student’s prior attainment.
What you will learn
You'll explore different types of employment and what employers expect from workers.
You'll develop practical skills that support you in a workplace setting.
You'll learn how to present yourself effectively when looking for work.
You'll build an understanding of workplace communication and teamwork.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas for development.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at the centre. The BTEC format uses portfolio-based assessment, so you'll gather evidence of your skills and knowledge as you progress through the course. There are no formal written exams. Your work is assessed by your tutor against set criteria, and Pearson Edexcel moderates the final assessment to confirm your award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling stock in a shop
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and organising goods
Catering assistant: supporting kitchen and front-of-house teams
Cleaner or caretaker: maintaining buildings and communal spaces
Admin assistant: supporting office tasks and basic administration
Care assistant: helping people with daily tasks in care settings
What you could study next
BTEC Level 2 Workskills Qualification: the next step up, covering more complex employability skills and widening job options.
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths: strengthens the core skills many employers ask for alongside a workskills qualification.
Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector (such as retail, catering, or care): moves you toward job-specific training once you have the employability foundations in place.
