Free Entry Level 3 Workskills Course in Birmingham
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Workskills Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf, full-time during the day. This two-year course is designed for deaf learners and focuses on exploring employment opportunities and building the skills employers look for. The Pearson Edexcel entry level workskills qualification covers a range of employability topics to help you understand the world of work and take steps toward a job. Entry depends on your prior attainment, and the centre will assess this before you start.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Workskills at Entry Level 3 qualifications are a recognised employability suite of learning that allows learners to explore employment opportunities and access jobs. They are designed to meet the needs of learners at this level and have a range of purposes and outcomes.
Entry requirements
This course is being run in the academic years 2021-2023 but there is no guarantee that it will run in future years. Entry to the course will depend on the deaf student’s prior attainment.
What you will learn
You'll explore different types of employment and what employers expect
You'll develop practical skills that support you in a workplace setting
You'll learn how to present yourself when looking for work
You'll build an understanding of your own strengths and how they relate to jobs
You'll practise communication and teamwork in a supported environment
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at the centre. The BTEC format uses portfolio-based assessment, so you build up evidence of your skills and knowledge over the course rather than sitting a final exam. Your work is assessed by your tutor throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Retail assistant - serving customers and handling stock in a shop
Warehouse operative - picking, packing, and organising goods
Catering assistant - supporting kitchen and service teams
Cleaner or facilities assistant - maintaining buildings and spaces
Office junior - carrying out basic admin and support tasks
Care assistant - helping people with daily tasks in care settings
What you could study next
BTEC Award or Certificate in Workskills (Level 1) - the next step up, covering more complex employability skills
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths - useful alongside any job or further study
Level 1 vocational qualifications in areas such as retail, catering, or business administration - if you have a specific sector in mind
