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Entry Level Employability Skills Course in Manchester for Young People with an EHCP

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyASDAN

For pupils of North Ridge High School with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

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About this course

Free Entry Level Employability Course in Manchester. Classes run at North Ridge High School, full-time during the day.

The course helps you build the skills employers look for. You'll study for one year, covering practical topics designed to prepare you for the workplace. It is open to Year 14 learners at Entry Level 2, and a DBS check is required before you start.

You'll finish with an Entry Level 2 Award in Employability.

Who this course is for

The ASDAN Entry Level Award in Employability (Entry 2) is designed to help learners develop the skills needed to become successful employees. The primary purpose of this qualification is to support them in overcoming barriers to entering work. It is primarily intended for young people and adults who are not yet ready for employment but for whom a job is a realistic aim within a reasonable timescale. It may also suit those experiencing the workplace for the first time that need to develop employability skills.

Entry requirements

Year 14 only Entry level 2 DBS

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll practise working as part of a team.
  • You'll build skills for finding and applying for jobs.
  • You'll understand what employers expect from employees.
  • You'll develop confidence in everyday work tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities at North Ridge High School. The course uses practical tasks and group work to build your skills. You'll be assessed through coursework and activities completed during the year, rather than a formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. North Ridge High School 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 and packing orders in a warehouse.
  • Catering assistant, supporting kitchen and serving teams.
  • Cleaner or facilities assistant, maintaining buildings and workspaces.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in a care or community setting.
  • Office junior, carrying out basic admin tasks in an office.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Award in Employability, the next step up if you want to keep building your workplace skills.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3, useful for most jobs and further study.
  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, a further step toward employment for those ready to progress.
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