Free BTEC Level 1 Workskills Course in Warrington. Classes run full-time during the day at Morthyng Vocational College Warrington. The course runs for 210 hours and covers the practical skills employers look for, from workplace communication to personal organisation. A level 1 btec workskills qualification gives you a solid foundation if you're moving toward employment or further study. You'll also have the chance to develop employability skills alongside your main programme.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop workplace communication skills used in everyday job settings.
You'll practise planning and organising your own workload.
You'll build an understanding of working with others in a team.
You'll explore how to present yourself professionally to employers.
You'll learn how to set personal goals and track your own progress.
You'll develop skills for finding and applying for work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Your programme is planned with you in the first few weeks, taking into account where you're starting from and what you want to achieve. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence built up during the course. There are no written exams.
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
Warehouse operative, picking and packing roles in logistics
Retail assistant, working on a shop floor or till
Care assistant, supporting people in a care setting
Catering assistant, working in a kitchen or canteen
Receptionist, handling calls and front-of-house duties
Cleaner or facilities operative, maintaining buildings and spaces
What you could study next
Level 2 BTEC Diploma in a vocational subject (such as business, health and social care, or IT) - a natural next step after your level 1 btec workskills classes.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - strengthens your application for jobs and further training.
Level 2 NVQ in a specific trade or sector - once you've identified the career direction you want to pursue.
