Free Entry Level 2 Personal and Social Skills Course in Derby – Workpays Derby
CostFREE
Duration130 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
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 develop their communication skills and build the employability skills needed for work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you. The course runs for around 130 hours. You'll need a basic understanding of English, but you don't need a formal qualification to join.
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 for everyday and work situations.
You'll practise working with others and building positive relationships.
You'll learn how to present yourself confidently in social and professional settings.
You'll explore employability skills to help you prepare for job applications and interviews.
You'll build self-awareness and understand how your behaviour affects others.
You'll develop strategies for managing everyday challenges and responsibilities.
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. Assessment is carried out through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your progress will be reviewed throughout, and your tutor will support you at each stage.
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.
Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling enquiries professionally.
Retail assistant, supporting customers and working as part of a team.
Care assistant, supporting people in community or residential settings.
Warehouse operative, working reliably within a team environment.
School support worker, assisting staff and pupils in a school setting.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Strengthens your written and spoken English for work and further study.
Functional Skills Maths Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Builds the number skills many employers ask for.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. A natural next step that builds directly on this personal and social skills qualification and moves you closer to the job market.
