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BTEC Level 2 Workskills Course in Cheddar for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Employability Courses in Somerset.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Workskills Course in Cheddar. Classes run full-time at The Kings of Wessex Academy.

The course builds the practical skills you need to move into work or further education. You'll study alongside GCSE English and Maths where needed. Topics cover communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and workplace readiness. The course runs over one year.

You'll need at least one GCSE at Grade 4 or above to apply. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Workskills.

Who this course is for

This is a Course to provide you with the skills needed to make the next steps whether in work or education. The Course is designed to enable you to gain additional Level 2 qualifications, alongside GCSE English and Maths if required.

Entry requirements

One GCSE Grade 4 or above or Grade C or above.

Grading - The Qualification and Units are graded Pass/Fail. Students must pass all units to complete the Qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll practise teamwork and collaboration.
  • You'll build problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • You'll learn how to manage your time and organise your work.
  • You'll explore how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll develop skills to support your next steps in education or training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at The Kings of Wessex Academy. The qualification is assessed by units, each graded Pass or Fail. You must pass all units to complete the Diploma. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Kings of Wessex Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, supports customers in retail or hospitality.
  • Warehouse operative, picks and processes orders in a distribution setting.
  • Admin assistant, handles day-to-day office tasks for a business.
  • Retail sales assistant, serves customers and manages stock on the shop floor.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and manages calls at a front desk.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, a step up for learners wanting a broader vocational qualification before work or higher education.
  • A-Levels, for those aiming toward university entry.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship, combining on-the-job training with a recognised qualification in your chosen sector.
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in English or Maths, if you want to strengthen those subjects alongside further study.
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