Level 1 Business Administration Course at Crawley College

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Business Administration Course in Crawley. Classes run at Crawley College, full-time during the day, over 34 weeks. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 1 or above, including English and maths, to join. No previous business experience is required. The course covers the core skills employers look for in office and admin roles, from communication and organisation to working with business documents and IT. A level 1 business administration qualification opens the door to entry-level admin work across a wide range of sectors. NCFE Certificate in Business Administration with certificate.

Entry requirements

To join the Level 1 Business course no previous experience in business is required. You do need to have 5 GCSE's at grade 1 or higher including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop written and verbal communication skills used in business settings.
  • You'll learn how to organise and manage information and records.
  • You'll use IT tools and software common in office environments.
  • You'll understand how businesses are structured and how teams work together.
  • You'll handle business documents, including letters, emails, and reports.
  • You'll develop time management and planning skills for the workplace.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Crawley College. Assessment is through coursework and assignments completed during the course. There is no formal written exam. Your work is assessed against the requirements of the NCFE Certificate in Business Administration.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Crawley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator: general office admin and coordination roles
  • Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or schools
  • Admin assistant: supporting teams with day-to-day business tasks
  • Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records and databases
  • Customer service advisor: handling queries and correspondence for businesses
  • Office junior: entry-level support role across many sectors

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Business Administration (NCFE or City and Guilds): the natural next step, covering more complex admin tasks and preparing you for a wider range of roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration: a broader qualification that can support progression into supervisory or specialist admin positions.
  • Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship: combines work and study for those ready to move into a paid role with on-the-job training.

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