Free Level 1 Effective Thinking Skills Course in Selby – Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service – Evening

CostFREE
Duration4 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Effective Thinking Skills Course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs over 4 hours part-time. You'll develop practical approaches to problem solving and communication, building skills that support you in your work or daily life. The free effective thinking skills course for adults is open to learners aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria.

Who this course is for

This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area as an addional qualification to support their role communicating and problem solving.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore techniques for thinking through problems more clearly and logically.
  • You'll practise structured approaches to decision making.
  • You'll develop strategies for communicating ideas more effectively.
  • You'll identify barriers to effective thinking and how to work around them.
  • You'll apply thinking skills to real situations in your work or personal life.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll take part in group activities, discussions, and guided exercises that put thinking skills into practice. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, reviewed against the NCFE qualification requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Team leader or supervisor: clearer thinking supports day-to-day decision making
  • Customer service adviser: stronger communication and problem solving on the job
  • Administrator: structured thinking helps manage tasks and resolve issues
  • Healthcare support worker: effective communication is central to the role
  • Teaching assistant: problem solving and clear thinking used every day

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Communication Skills: a natural next step to build on what you've covered.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration: applies thinking and communication skills in an office setting.
  • Level 2 Award in Coaching: uses structured thinking to support others at work.
  • Any Level 2 vocational qualification in your current sector: the thinking skills you've developed will support further study.

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