Free Entry Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Carshalton. Classes run at Vocational Progressive Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks at a manageable pace. You'll build the skills and knowledge that employers look for at entry level. Topics cover practical employability skills to help you move toward work. This free employability skills course is funded through the DfE, Local Authority, or Adult Education Budget depending on your circumstances. Entry requirements are below Level 2, and you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
Entry level qualification to support students into employment.
Entry requirements
Below Level 2
What you will learn
You'll identify your own skills and strengths relevant to work.
You'll learn how to present yourself to employers, including CV basics.
You'll practise communication skills used in workplace settings.
You'll explore how to find and apply for jobs.
You'll understand what employers expect from workers day to day.
You'll develop skills for working as part of a team.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Vocational Progressive Centre. You'll be assessed through practical tasks and activities that reflect real workplace situations. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single exam. Your tutor will track your progress and give you feedback as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Vocational Progressive Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - serving customers and handling stock
Warehouse operative - picking, packing, and organising goods
Cleaner or caretaker - maintaining premises and facilities
Kitchen assistant - supporting catering teams in food preparation
Care assistant - supporting people in residential or home settings
Laundry or domestic assistant - working in hospitality or care settings
Receptionist or admin assistant - entry-level office and front-desk roles
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Employability Skills Qualification - the next step up, building on what you've covered here.
Functional Skills English or Maths (Entry Level) - strengthens your application for jobs and further study.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in a vocational area such as retail, care, or hospitality - moves you toward a specific job role.
