Free Entry Level 2 Personal and Social Skills Course in Southampton – Totton College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Personal and Social Skills Course in Southampton. Classes run at Totton College, during the day with flexible study. The course runs over one year. You'll develop the personal and social skills that support everyday life, communication, and working with others. This is a free personal and social skills course for adults and younger learners looking to build a foundation before moving into further study or work. Entry level personal and social skills classes like these are a practical starting point.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll practise working with others and in group settings.
  • You'll build self-awareness and understand your own strengths.
  • You'll learn how to manage your time and take responsibility for tasks.
  • You'll explore ways to set personal goals and work toward them.
  • You'll develop skills for taking part in community and social activities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Totton College. Assessment is ongoing and practical, based on your participation and the work you produce during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will observe your progress and review your work throughout the year to confirm you've met the requirements of the Award.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assisting people in community or care settings.
  • Classroom assistant: supporting teachers and pupils in schools.
  • Retail assistant: serving customers and working as part of a team.
  • Catering assistant: working in kitchens or front-of-house roles.
  • Warehouse operative: following instructions and working with colleagues.
  • Volunteer coordinator support: helping organise community activities.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Award: the next step up, deepening the same skills at a higher level.
  • Entry Level 3 or Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths: useful alongside or after this course, and recognised by employers and colleges.
  • Level 1 vocational qualifications in areas such as care, business, or construction: a route into a specific sector once you have a foundation in place.