Free Entry Level 3 Employability Skills Course in Salford. Classes run full-time during the day at Langdon College. You'll start with a Diagnostic Assessment so the centre can confirm the course is the right fit and plan your learning from there. Over 9 months, you'll develop the communication and workplace skills employers look for, and build the confidence to take your next step into work or a new role. This free employability skills course covers practical skills for the working environment.
Who this course is for
This qualification aims to develop and enhance skills required for the working environment and improve learners’ confidence and communication skills in order to prepare them for employment or for a change in employment.
Entry requirements
Students will be required to complete a Diagnostic Assessment to assess whether this course will be appropriate for them to complete.
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
You'll practise presenting yourself confidently to employers.
You'll learn how to search and apply for jobs effectively.
You'll build skills for working with others in a team.
You'll understand what employers expect in a working environment.
You'll improve your ability to manage your time and responsibilities at work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Langdon College, with activities and tasks that reflect real workplace situations. Assessment is ongoing and based on the work you produce during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and assess your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Langdon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant. Entry-level role in retail or hospitality.
Warehouse operative. Practical work in logistics or distribution.
Receptionist. Front-of-house role in offices or healthcare settings.
Care assistant. Supporting people in residential or home care.
Retail assistant. Sales floor or checkout work in shops.
Administrator. Office support across a wide range of sectors.
Catering assistant. Kitchen or serving roles in food and hospitality.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. A natural next step to build on what you've covered and strengthen your employability skills qualification.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Useful alongside any job application or further training.
Level 1 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as customer service, health and social care, or business administration.
