Free BTEC Level 2 Work Skills Course in Birmingham
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free BTEC Level 2 Work Skills Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf, full-time during the day. This level 2 BTEC work skills qualification is designed for deaf learners and focuses on building employability skills and exploring job opportunities. The course runs over two years. Entry depends on your prior attainment, and the centre will assess this before you start.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Workskills at Level 2 qualifications are a recognised employability suite of learning that allows learners to explore employment opportunities and access jobs. They are designed to meet the needs of learners at this level and have a range of purposes and outcomes.
Entry requirements
This course is being run in the academic years 2021-2023 but there is no guarantee that it will run in future years. Entry to the course will depend on the deaf student’s prior attainment.
What you will learn
You'll explore different types of employment and what employers look for.
You'll develop practical skills that apply directly in the workplace.
You'll learn how to present yourself effectively when looking for work.
You'll build an understanding of workplace rights and responsibilities.
You'll practise communication and teamwork skills relevant to employment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Assessment for this Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualification is portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your skills and knowledge throughout the course rather than sitting formal written exams. Your tutor will support you in building your portfolio over the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: front-facing role in retail or hospitality
Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and stock handling
Office administrator: supporting day-to-day business tasks
Retail assistant: serving customers and managing stock
Care assistant: supporting people in residential or community settings
Catering assistant: food preparation and service in a kitchen team
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC in a vocational subject: deepen your skills in a specific sector such as business, health, or IT.
Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in your chosen industry: work-based qualification that employers value highly.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 2: strengthens your application for jobs or further training where GCSE-equivalent grades are expected.
