Entry Level Skills for Working Life Course in Huntingdon

CostFee:1357.00 Concession: 70.00
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Entry Level Skills for Working Life Course in Huntingdon. Classes run full-time at Cambridge Regional College Huntingdon Campus, starting September 2026 and running for one year. The course is aimed at learners currently working at Entry Level 2 or 3, including those joining from mainstream or special schools. You'll develop employability, enterprise, business, and life skills, building the independence you need for further study or work. The entry level skills for working life qualification covers social skills and confidence alongside practical vocational knowledge.

Who this course is for

Archway is an Entry Level 3 pathway suitable for learners with moderate or specific leaning difficulties, who need time to develop their confidence, social skills and ability to study with greater independence. A mixture of business, employability, enterprise and life skills this course is an excellent starting point for learners who are joining from mainstream or special schools and have already gained Entry 2 qualifications.

This programme offers the chance to develop vocational interest through taster sessions that include, childcare, motor vehicle engineering, carpentry, film and media, art, music, football, photography and drama.

Entry requirements

Must be currently working at Entry level 2/3.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop employability skills to help you prepare for the workplace.
  • You'll practise business and enterprise skills in a supported learning environment.
  • You'll build social skills and the confidence to work alongside others.
  • You'll develop the ability to study with greater independence.
  • You'll explore vocational interests to help you choose a next step.
  • You'll practise everyday life skills relevant to work and further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Huntingdon Campus, with a mix of practical activities, group work, and tutor-led sessions. The course is structured to support learners who need time to develop independence. Assessment is ongoing and based on your work and participation throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College Huntingdon Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: stock, customer service, and till work
  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and basic logistics
  • Catering assistant: kitchen support and food preparation
  • Cleaning operative: commercial or residential cleaning roles
  • Gardening or grounds maintenance: outdoor practical work
  • Office junior: filing, reception support, and admin tasks

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 3 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills: the next step up, building on what you've covered here.
  • Level 1 Diploma in Skills for Working Life (City and Guilds): moves you toward Level 1 study and a broader range of job options.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: supports further study and meets employer requirements for basic literacy and numeracy.