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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Yeovil

CostFREE
Duration402 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

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

This course is designed for people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). It runs for one academic year, around 402 hours of study in total. You'll gain real work experience with local employers and develop the practical skills needed to move into paid employment. The programme is personalised and structured, with support from disability services alongside your workplace learning.

You'll finish with a NOCN Certificate in Employability at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course is a one academic year specialised programme designed to provide individuals with an EHCP the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, develop employability skills, and transition into paid employment. It is a structured and personalised approach that aims to bridge the gap between further education and the world of work. The programme is run in collaboration with local employers and discovery disability support services.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements however you will be expected to be road safe, be an independent traveller and be able to act in a mature way at work. Although you will be supported in the workplace, you will not have 1:1 support, so the ability to work for periods of time independently is vital.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop employability skills needed in a workplace setting.
  • You'll gain hands-on work experience with local employers.
  • You'll build the ability to work independently for periods of time.
  • You'll learn how to behave professionally and act maturely at work.
  • You'll explore how to travel to and from a workplace safely and independently.
  • You'll develop confidence in communicating with colleagues and employers.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and work placements with local employers. The programme is personalised to your needs and goals. Assessment is ongoing and based on your progress in both the classroom and the workplace. You'll be supported throughout, though you'll also be expected to work independently at times.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing goods in a distribution centre.
  • Retail assistant, serving customers and keeping shelves stocked.
  • Catering assistant, supporting kitchen and front-of-house teams.
  • Office junior, helping with admin tasks in a small business.
  • Grounds maintenance worker, maintaining outdoor spaces and gardens.
  • Care support worker, assisting people with daily tasks in a care setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step to strengthen your workplace skills and improve your job prospects.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths, useful qualifications that many employers look for alongside an employability qualification.
  • Level 2 Award in Customer Service, a good option if you enjoyed working in a customer-facing role during your placement.
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