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Entry Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Doncaster for Young People with an EHCP – Doncaster Deaf Trust

CostUsually funded by your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

For young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), usually aged 16 to 25. Places are usually arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Doncaster. Classes run at Doncaster Deaf Trust, daytime, with flexible study over one year.

The course is free for eligible learners. You'll explore different types of work before committing to a direction. Topics include job searching, writing a CV, applying for jobs, and preparing for interviews. You'll also cover personal presentation, working safely, basic first aid, and making a good impression at work.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Award in Employability Skills at Entry Level 2.

Who this course is for

This is designed for students who are unsure of which career they would like, giving them the opportunity to try out different vocations before making a final decision. This course (along with others) focuses on key elements to prepare students for their future including searching for a job, preparing a CV, working safely, personal presentation and hygiene, basic first aid, creating a good impression, applying for a job and preparing for interviews.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise searching for jobs and identifying suitable roles.
  • You'll write and improve a CV.
  • You'll complete job application forms.
  • You'll prepare for job interviews and practise interview skills.
  • You'll learn about personal presentation and hygiene in the workplace.
  • You'll cover basic first aid.
  • You'll understand how to work safely.
  • You'll explore different vocations to help you choose a career direction.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Doncaster Deaf Trust. Study is flexible and takes place during the day. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering real workplace tasks and situations. You'll be assessed through coursework and practical activities linked to each topic area.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Doncaster Deaf Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock in a shop.
  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing orders in a warehouse.
  • Catering assistant, supporting kitchen and serving teams.
  • Cleaner or caretaker, keeping buildings clean and well maintained.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in a care home or community setting.
  • Administrator, handling basic office tasks for a small employer.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Employability Skills Award, the next step up if you want to build further on what you've learned.
  • City and Guilds Level 1 Award in Employability Skills, a stronger qualification recognised by more employers.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1, useful alongside any employability qualification to strengthen your job applications.

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