Free Entry Level 2 Personal and Social Skills Course in Derby – Workpays Derby

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
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 Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby, during the daytime on a flexible schedule. This is a free personal and social skills course for adults who want to build communication skills and employability skills to help move toward work. The course covers 60 hours of classroom-based learning. You'll need a basic understanding of English to take part, but you don't need a formal qualification to join. An initial assessment will confirm the course is the right starting point for you.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people who would like to improve their personal and social skills. It is a course designed to improve confidence and communications skills as well and giving you valuable employability skills to help prepare you for the world of work.

Entry requirements

A desire to improve your personal and social skills and using them to help gain employment in the future is important. You will require an understanding of English, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills to use in everyday and work situations.
  • You'll build confidence in social interactions with others.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself effectively to employers.
  • You'll practise skills that support job searching and preparing for work.
  • You'll understand how to work with others and manage relationships in a workplace setting.
  • You'll develop personal organisation and self-management skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Derby. Learning is flexible, so sessions can be arranged around your availability during daytime hours. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, such as tasks and activities completed in class. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and track your progress as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, using communication and people skills daily.
  • Retail assistant, working with customers and colleagues on the shop floor.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in a community or residential setting.
  • Warehouse operative, working as part of a team in a structured environment.
  • Receptionist, handling enquiries and managing day-to-day front-of-house tasks.
  • Catering assistant, working in a team in a kitchen or hospitality setting.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Qualification, the next step up if you want to keep developing your communication and employability skills.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1, to strengthen your English and open more job opportunities.
  • Level 1 Award in Employability Skills, a practical qualification focused on preparing for work.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualification in an area such as customer service, retail, or health and social care, depending on the type of work you're aiming for.