Free Entry Level 3 Preparation for Employment Course in Barnsley – Wellington House

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

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Preparation for Employment Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to build skills at a manageable pace. You'll cover the knowledge and practical skills employers look for, from communication and teamwork to workplace behaviour. Before you start, you'll have an information, advice and guidance session to make sure this is the right course for you. It's open to anyone.

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 used in workplace settings.
  • You'll learn about employer expectations and workplace behaviour.
  • You'll practise teamwork and working with others.
  • You'll explore how to find and apply for jobs.
  • You'll build skills in planning and organising your time.
  • You'll develop your understanding of health and safety at work.
  • You'll reflect on your own skills and identify your strengths.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wellington House. Learning is delivered part-time during the day over 36 weeks. Assessment is carried out through practical tasks and activities linked to the units you study. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and support you throughout the course.

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

  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing roles
  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock
  • Care assistant, supporting people in their daily lives
  • Cleaner or caretaker, maintaining buildings and facilities
  • Kitchen assistant, helping prepare food in a catering setting
  • Administrator, handling basic office tasks and communications
  • Labourer, supporting trades on site or in facilities

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. A natural next step to build on what you've learned and strengthen your job applications.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Useful if you want to improve your reading, writing, or number skills for work.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 vocational qualification in a specific sector such as health and social care, retail, or construction, depending on the direction you want to take.

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