Free Entry Level 2 Independence and Employability Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCN London Region

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Independence and Employability Course in Ealing. Classes run full-time during the day at Ealing Green College. The course runs for one year and is designed to help you build the skills and confidence to move into work, volunteering, or further study. You'll develop employability, personal, and social skills through a flexible programme tailored to your needs. The course includes English and maths, enterprise, and work experience with local employers or internal placements. Entry 2 for English and maths is preferred, and suitability is discussed at interview.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds and Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

Suitability and assessments will be discussed at interview and based on individual circumstances.

Entry 2 for English and maths is preferred.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical employability skills to prepare for work or volunteering.
  • You'll practise English and maths at a level matched to your starting point.
  • You'll take part in work experience with employers or through internal placements.
  • You'll build personal and social skills through the wider curriculum.
  • You'll explore enterprise activities as part of your programme.
  • You'll compile a portfolio of evidence showing your progress and achievements.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, work experience placements, and a tailored programme built around your individual needs. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence containing photographs, witness statements, personal statements, and coursework. Portfolios are internally assessed and verified before external verification. Some learners also complete Functional Skills English and maths assessments at the level identified during initial assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ealing Green College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Volunteer worker. Gain experience supporting a cause or community group.
  • Retail assistant. Help customers and handle stock in a shop.
  • Warehouse operative. Pick, pack, and process orders in a warehouse.
  • Café or kitchen assistant. Support food preparation and service.
  • Office administrator. Handle basic admin tasks in a workplace setting.
  • Care assistant. Support people with daily tasks in a care setting.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2. Strengthen your English for work and further study.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2. Build your maths skills recognised by employers.
  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. A step up from Entry Level, covering more workplace skills.
  • Supported internship programme. Structured work-based learning with an employer, for those ready to take the next step.