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Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Swindon

CostFREE
Duration39 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Swindon. Classes run full-time during the day at Horizons College, over 39 weeks. This Pearson Edexcel level 1 btec workskills qualification focuses on building the employability skills you need to move toward work or further learning. You'll cover areas such as applying for jobs, interview techniques, and working with others. The programme is flexible, so units are chosen to match your individual goals and intended next steps.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Workskills suite at Entry, Level 1, and Level 2 has been designed

to reflect, develop and support the employability of learners. Each level and

size have been designed to enable centres to create a flexible programme that

develops a learner’s skills and replicates their intended outcome/destination. The

qualification has an open structure that enables the development of discrete skills

such as applying for job vacancies, developing interview techniques and working

within teams and allows for a programme of study to be created that combines skills

and units to give a realistic learning experience that emulates the 21st century

workplace.

The Pearson BTEC Entry Level 3 Awards in Workskills are for learners who need to

develop their skills and knowledge of employability to access the job market.

The Pearson BTEC Entry Level 3 in Workskills enables learners to:

  • develop skills valued by employers and are in demand in the workplace
  • develop knowledge related to employability and the workplace
  • understand the 21st century workplace and the entry routes
  • achieve a nationally recognised Entry Level qualification that prepares them for

employment

  • develop own personal growth and engagement in learning

Entry requirements

The Pearson BTEC Entry Level 3 Extended Award in Workskills enables learners to develop an understanding of a range of employability skills and knowledge and how to access them. This qualification will suit full-time programmes and compliment other areas such and personal growth and wellbeing and vocational learning. The choice of units will depend on the individual needs, skill level and desired progression outcomes

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills for applying for job vacancies and writing applications.
  • You'll practise interview techniques to help you prepare for real job interviews.
  • You'll learn how to work effectively with other people in a team or workplace setting.
  • You'll build knowledge of employability skills and how to use them in work contexts.
  • You'll explore how to access work opportunities, including voluntary and paid roles.
  • You'll develop practical life and daily living skills to support greater independence.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Horizons College during the day. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Workskills qualification is assessed through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than exams. You'll complete units that match your individual needs and goals. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course, with your progress reviewed as you build your portfolio of evidence.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Horizons College 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 organising goods.
  • Care assistant, supporting adults or young people in care settings.
  • Catering assistant, helping prepare and serve food in a kitchen or café.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative, maintaining buildings and communal spaces.
  • Volunteer coordinator support, assisting with community or charity projects.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Workskills (Pearson Edexcel) - the next step up, developing more advanced employability skills for work or further training.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - widely useful alongside any employment route and often required by employers.
  • A vocational Level 2 qualification in your chosen area, such as health and social care, retail, or catering, to move into a specific career.
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