Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Birkenhead. Classes run full-time during the day at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. The course runs for 210 hours and covers the practical skills employers look for, from working with others to managing your own learning. You'll build a personalised programme based on your starting point and career goals. Work experience with local employers is a key part of the programme. The level 1 BTEC Workskills qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop employability skills that employers look for in the workplace.
You'll practise working as part of a team and taking responsibility for tasks.
You'll explore different employment sectors through work experience or work-related activity.
You'll build skills in planning, organising, and managing your own learning.
You'll develop communication skills for work situations.
You'll reflect on your own strengths and areas to improve.
You'll gain an understanding of work behaviours and professional attitudes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical tasks, and work experience or work-related activity. Assessment is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your skills and knowledge throughout the course. Your programme is planned with you in the first few weeks, based on your starting point and goals. There are no written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead 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 moving goods.
Care assistant, supporting people in care homes or in the community.
Hospitality team member, working in cafes, restaurants, or hotels.
Catering assistant, helping prepare and serve food.
Cleaning operative, maintaining hygiene in workplaces or public buildings.
Admin assistant, handling basic office tasks and communications.
What you could study next
Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Workskills (Pearson Edexcel) - the next step up, covering more complex workplace skills and opening more job options.
Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths - useful alongside or after this course if you want to strengthen your core skills for work or further study.
A vocational Level 2 qualification in your chosen sector, such as health and social care, hospitality, or retail, to move into a specific career area.
