Entry Level 3 Employability and Professional Development Course in Witham

CostCheck if you can do this free
Duration5 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Essex County Council for more info.

About this course

Entry Level 3 Employability and Professional Development Course in Witham. Classes run at ACL Witham, part-time during the day. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll explore different career pathways and build practical job-search skills, including CV writing and searching for work online. The course runs over 5 hours in total, making it easy to fit around other commitments. This entry level employability and professional development qualification is a solid starting point if you're preparing to move into work or a new role.

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 explore different career pathways and what they involve.
  • You'll write and improve your CV.
  • You'll practise searching for jobs online.
  • You'll develop professional skills valued by employers.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself in a work context.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom at ACL Witham. You'll take part in group activities and guided tasks covering employability topics. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ACL Witham 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 settings
  • Retail assistant: customer-facing work in shops and stores
  • Warehouse operative: stock and logistics roles in distribution
  • Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices or healthcare settings
  • 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 in-depth job-readiness training.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Personal Development: the next step up, recognised by more employers and useful for roles with greater responsibility.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: strengthens your applications and supports further study or training.

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