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Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Gravesend

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Gravesend. Classes run at Link19 College, full-time during the day.

The course is for learners aged 19 to 25 years old with an Education, Health and Care Plan. You'll need Functional Skills Level 1 English or above to join. Over one year, you'll build practical workplace skills and knowledge to strengthen your employability. Units cover areas such as working with others, personal development, and understanding the workplace.

You'll finish with a Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Award in Workskills at Level 1.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Subsidiary Award in Workskills enables learners to select an appropriate unit to address their personal skill or knowledge gap It is suitable for learners both entering or re-entering the job market and should be delivered as a short course. The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award/ Certificate in Workskills are for learners who need to develop their skills and knowledge of the workplace to enhance their employability and add value to potential employers.

Entry requirements

Current EHCP for admission to our Specialist Post 19 Provision, must be aged between 19-25 years. Functional Skills Level 1 English or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills for working effectively with others in a workplace setting.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally to potential employers.
  • You'll explore how workplaces are organised and what employers expect.
  • You'll build personal skills such as planning, time management, and communication.
  • You'll identify your own skill gaps and work to address them.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Link19 College. The BTEC format uses unit-based assessment, so you'll be assessed on each unit as you complete it. Assessment is typically through assignments and practical tasks rather than formal exams. Your progress is reviewed throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Link19 College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, supports customers and handles stock on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative, picks and packs orders in a warehouse environment.
  • Catering assistant, helps prepare and serve food in a kitchen or canteen.
  • Office junior, carries out basic admin tasks in a business setting.
  • Cleaning operative, maintains cleanliness in commercial or public buildings.
  • Care support worker, assists people with daily tasks in a care setting.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Workskills, a longer qualification covering more units and workplace skills.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, useful for most job applications.
  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, a step up for learners ready to develop further workplace knowledge.
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