Entry Level 3 Employability and Professional Development Course in Basildon. Classes run at ACL Basildon, part-time during the day. Funding may be available for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll explore different career pathways and build practical job-seeking skills, including CV writing and online job searching. The course runs for 5 hours in total, making it easy to fit around other commitments. It covers the skills and knowledge employers look for, giving you a solid foundation before you step into work.
Who this course is for
Embark on your journey to employment with this qualification course designed to help you prepare for the world of work.
What you will learn
You'll write and improve your CV to use in job applications.
You'll practise searching for jobs online.
You'll explore different career pathways and what they involve.
You'll develop the professional skills employers expect in the workplace.
You'll build your understanding of how to prepare for interviews and job applications.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at ACL Basildon, with a tutor guiding sessions. Learning is activity-based and practical, covering real job-seeking tasks. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence gathered during the course. There are no exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. ACL Basildon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: entry-level care and support roles in the community
Care assistant: supporting people in residential or home care settings
Receptionist: front-of-house admin roles across many sectors
Retail assistant: customer-facing work in shops and stores
Warehouse operative: practical roles in logistics and distribution
Cleaner or caretaker: facilities and premises support roles
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills: builds on this course with more detailed job-readiness training.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: strengthens the literacy and numeracy skills many employers ask for.
Level 2 Certificate in a vocational area (such as health and social care or business administration): moves you toward a specific job role and higher-level work.
