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Free Entry Level Employability Skills Course in Worcester

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level Employability Skills Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College.

The course is for learners working at Entry Level 2 or 3 who have special educational needs. It runs full-time during the day and takes around one year. You'll learn practical life skills, communication, and how the world of work operates. Topics include shopping, cooking, household skills, staying safe in the community, and basic digital skills. You'll also work toward personal targets and develop greater independence.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Award in Employability Skills at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who are working at Entry 3 or just below and are interested in finding out more about the world of work. Students may have barriers to learning such as high levels of anxiety, social interaction difficulties or may have been home educated and are looking for additional support to re-enter education. Students are able to access learning with some independence yet may need support to do so. Students learn how to participate in and stay safe in the local community and wo

Entry requirements

Entry Level 2 or 3 learners with special educational needs.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll learn how to stay safe and take part in your local community.
  • You'll practise shopping, cooking, and practical household tasks.
  • You'll build basic digital skills.
  • You'll work toward personal targets set with your tutor.
  • You'll explore what the world of work involves.
  • You'll develop skills to support greater independence.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Heart of Worcestershire College. Your tutor will assess your progress on an ongoing basis. You'll build a portfolio of your work. Your tutor will mark your work and give you regular feedback. Personal targets are set to support your learning and help you move forward.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Volunteer worker, supports community groups or local organisations.
  • Retail assistant, helps customers and handles stock in a shop.
  • Kitchen helper, assists with food preparation in a cafe or canteen.
  • Supported work placement, an entry point into a workplace with support.

What you could study next

  • Skills for Work Course, a next step toward more structured workplace preparation.
  • Community Provision, continuing to build independence and life skills in a supported setting.
  • Supported Living or Social Care roles, for those ready to move toward employment with support.
  • A higher Entry Level or Level 1 qualification, to continue building skills toward further study or work.
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