Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Warrington. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington, full-time during the day. This level 1 btec workskills course runs for 105 hours and covers the practical skills employers look for, from communication and teamwork to working independently. The programme is tailored to your starting point and career goals, so your learning plan is built around you. A work experience placement with a local employer is a key part of the programme.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
You'll practise working as part of a team on practical tasks.
You'll build skills for working independently and managing your time.
You'll explore different employment sectors through work experience.
You'll develop work behaviours and attitudes valued by employers.
You'll identify your career goals and plan steps toward them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington, combined with a work experience placement. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than exams. Your programme is planned with you in the first few weeks, based on your starting point and goals. A personal learning plan guides your progress throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Warrington 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 people in care homes or community settings.
Hospitality team member, working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants.
Catering assistant, preparing and serving food in a kitchen or canteen.
Office junior, carrying out admin and support tasks in a workplace.
What you could study next
Level 2 BTEC Diploma in a vocational subject (such as Business, Health and Social Care, or Hospitality) - a natural next step that opens more job roles and further study.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - useful alongside or after this course if you want to meet employer entry requirements.
Level 2 NVQ in a trade or service area - if you've found a sector you want to work in through your work experience.
