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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Employability Course in Ealing. Classes run at Ealing Green College, full-time during the day.

The course runs over one year. You'll explore a vocational area of your choice, spending time in a mainstream vocational class. Options include Health and Social Care, Business and Admin, ICT, Construction, Sports and Public Services, Art and Design, and Media. Alongside your vocational study, you'll develop work-related and personal skills. English and maths are part of the programme too, and there may be a chance to do work experience with an employer.

You'll need at least two GCSEs at grade 1 in English and maths to join. You'll finish with a Level 1 Certificate in Employability.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds and Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

At least 2 GCSEs grade1's in English and maths A keen interest in the vocational area of choice.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop employability and work-related skills relevant to your chosen vocational area.
  • You'll build personal and social skills through structured activities.
  • You'll study English and maths as part of the programme.
  • You'll gain experience in a mainstream vocational class in your chosen subject.
  • You'll take part in enrichment and social inclusion activities.
  • You'll have the opportunity to complete work experience with a suitable employer.
  • You'll build skills to help you move into further study, a supported internship, or employment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, vocational classes, and practical activities. Assessment is by portfolio. Your portfolio will include written coursework, photographs, video, witness statements, and personal statements. Portfolios are assessed internally and then verified externally. Most learners are also entered for GCSE or Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths at the level identified during their initial assessment.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and supporting store operations.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching goods.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in residential or community settings.
  • Office administrator, handling day-to-day admin tasks for an employer.
  • Apprentice, entering a paid apprenticeship in your chosen vocational area.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in your chosen vocational area, such as Health and Social Care or Business Administration, a natural next step after this course.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, if you want to strengthen your qualifications for work or further study.
  • A supported internship or traineeship, combining work experience with further learning.
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