Free Entry Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Kettering. Classes run at Tresham College Kettering Campus, full-time during the day. This entry level employability skills course runs over one year and covers the practical skills employers look for. You'll build a foundation for work, from communication and teamwork to planning and taking responsibility. It suits anyone starting out and wanting to develop the skills needed to move into further training or employment.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills used in everyday work situations.
You'll practise working as part of a team toward shared goals.
You'll learn how to plan and organise your own tasks and time.
You'll explore what employers expect from workers in different settings.
You'll build awareness of your own strengths and areas to develop.
You'll practise presenting yourself, including preparing for job applications or interviews.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Tresham College Kettering Campus. Assessment is through portfolio-based evidence gathered during the course, showing what you've learned and can do. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and support you in collecting the evidence you need. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Kettering Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant: serving 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.
Catering assistant: helping prepare and serve food in a kitchen or canteen.
Cleaner or facilities operative: maintaining clean and safe environments.
Office junior: supporting admin tasks in a workplace setting.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Level 1 Employability Skills qualification: the natural next step to keep building your skills and confidence for work.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in a vocational subject (such as retail, health and social care, or business): lets you move into a specific career area.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level or Level 1: strengthens your applications and opens more doors with employers.
