Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Accrington. Classes run at Accrington and Rossendale College, full-time during the day. This is a one-year programme. You'll need Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills English and Maths to join, and you'll take part in an initial assessment before starting. The course covers career pathways, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. You'll also work on your CV and interview skills, and take part in a voluntary work placement or work experience day. It's a practical employability skills qualification that prepares you for the workplace.
Who this course is for
Take your next step with confidence on Steps to Success - Work Matters! This one-year programme is all about helping you build the skills, confidence, and experience you need for the world of work. You’ll explore different career pathways, boost your maths and English, and take part in projects and work placements that bring learning to life. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, while preparing for interviews and CV success. If you’re ready to focus on your future, Work Matters is the perfect place to start.
Entry requirements
This course is designed to help you build the skills and confidence you need for the workplace. Learners will be expected to find and take part in voluntary work or a work placement on their study day, so having a strong aspiration to work is essential. To join this course, you’ll need to already have Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills English and Maths. Before starting, you’ll take part in an initial assessment so we can make sure the programme is right for you.
What you will learn
You'll explore different career pathways and what they involve.
You'll develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
You'll build your maths and English to support workplace tasks.
You'll prepare a CV and practise for job interviews.
You'll take part in projects that connect classroom learning to real work situations.
You'll complete a voluntary work placement or work experience day.
You'll build awareness of what employers expect from workers.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, group projects, and a voluntary work placement or work experience day each week. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering workplace skills alongside maths and English. Before the course starts, you'll take part in an initial assessment so the college can confirm the programme is the right fit and plan your learning from there.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Accrington and Rossendale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, supporting customers in retail or hospitality
Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and stock handling
Care assistant, supporting people in care homes or at home
Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling admin tasks
Retail assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till
Catering assistant, helping in kitchens or food service settings
Cleaner or facilities assistant, maintaining buildings and spaces
Administrator, supporting office teams with everyday tasks
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths. Strengthens your core skills and meets the entry requirement many employers and colleges ask for.
Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in a vocational subject. Choose a sector that interests you, such as health and social care, business administration, or retail, and build specialist knowledge.
Apprenticeship at Level 2. Combine paid work with structured training in a role that suits your career goals.
