Level 1 Business and Administration Course in Gillingham. Classes run at Medway Learning and Skills Hub, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. The course covers routine office operations and administrative support tasks used across public, private, and voluntary sector organisations. Before you start, you'll attend a pre-course meeting where tutors assess the right level for you. The course typically takes 2 months. You'll build a portfolio of evidence during lessons rather than sitting exams.
Who this course is for
This level 1 qualification has been designed to meet the needs of adult learners who are either seeking employment or are already working in administrative support roles in an office environment. This qualification provides a basic understanding of routine operations found in many organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
The aim of this course is to help you to gain individual units to achieve a nationally recognised Level 1 Award in Business and Administration, certified by City & Guilds.
Entry requirements
All learners must first attend a pre-course meeting, where they will meet the tutors and find out more about the MAE Work Skills programme and how we can best support each individuals needs. Learners will also take part in a short assessment which will identify the qualification level or course that they will work towards.
There are no exams as such, but you will need to complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your acquired skills. This is completed during the lesson.
What you will learn
You'll understand how routine administrative tasks are carried out in office environments.
You'll learn how organisations in the public, private, and voluntary sectors operate.
You'll develop skills in organising and handling information and documents.
You'll practise communication skills used in administrative support roles.
You'll build a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates your skills to employers.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Medway Learning and Skills Hub. There are no exams. You'll complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills, and this is built up during lessons. Before the course begins, you'll attend a pre-course meeting that includes a short assessment to confirm the right qualification level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Medway Learning and Skills Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: general office admin support across many sectors.
Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or schools.
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records and information.
Office assistant: day-to-day admin tasks in a team environment.
Business administrator: supporting operations across public or private organisations.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration: the natural next step, covering more complex admin tasks and widening your job options.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: strengthens your application for admin roles where employers ask for GCSE-equivalent English or maths.
Level 3 Business Administration qualification: suitable if you want to move into a supervisory or senior admin role.
