Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Course in Derby
CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Skills Course in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby, daytime, with flexible study to fit around you. You'll develop communication skills, build your confidence in everyday situations, and gain employability skills to help you move into work. The course covers 60 hours of learning in total. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. A free personal and social skills course for adults looking to take a practical step toward employment.
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 workplace situations.
You'll practise working with others and building positive relationships.
You'll learn how to present yourself confidently in social and work settings.
You'll explore strategies for managing your own behaviour and emotions.
You'll build employability skills to help you prepare for job applications and interviews.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas for personal development.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Derby, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering communication, social interaction, and employability skills. Assessment is ongoing through tasks and activities completed during the course. No formal written exams are required. You'll need a working understanding of English, but you don't need any prior qualifications to take part.
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.
Retail assistant, working with customers and colleagues in a team.
Care assistant, supporting people in community or residential settings.
Warehouse operative, following instructions and working as part of a team.
Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling everyday enquiries.
Cleaner or facilities assistant, a reliable entry point into steady employment.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English (Entry Level 3 or Level 1): strengthens your reading and writing 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 goes deeper into job-readiness and workplace behaviour.
Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as care, retail, or hospitality, once you feel ready to specialise.
