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Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Course in Barnsley – Wellington House

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House, part-time during the day, over 36 weeks. The pace is manageable, making it a practical option for anyone balancing study with other commitments. You'll work on the personal and social skills that help in everyday life and in work, covering areas like communication, working with others, and building independence. You'll start with a guidance session to make sure this is the right course for you.

Who this course is for

Anyone. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll practise working with others and contributing to a group.
  • You'll build skills for managing your own learning and behaviour.
  • You'll explore ways to set personal goals and take steps toward them.
  • You'll develop greater independence in daily tasks and decision-making.
  • You'll reflect on your own strengths and areas to improve.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wellington House. Learning is hands-on and practical, with activities, discussion, and tasks that relate to real situations. You'll be assessed through coursework and observation rather than formal exams. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and give you regular feedback.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wellington House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: helping people in care or community settings
  • Classroom assistant: supporting learners in schools or colleges
  • Customer service assistant: working with the public in retail or hospitality
  • Community outreach worker: supporting people in local services
  • Administrator: entry-level office and admin roles

What you could study next

After this course, you could move on to a Level 1 Award or Certificate in Personal and Social Development, which builds further on the skills covered here. You might also consider Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1, which are useful for most job applications. If you're interested in working with people, a Level 1 or Level 2 Award in Health and Social Care could be a strong next step.

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