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Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Plymouth

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

Free if you're unemployed or on a low income. Contact Achievement Training for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Achievement Training Plymouth, part-time during the day over 12 weeks.

Funding depends on your circumstances. It may be free if you are 16 to 18 years old, aged 19 to 23, unemployed and receiving ESA, or earning below £18,525. Fees may apply for others.

The course covers writing a CV, completing job applications, and preparing for interviews. You'll also explore workplace health and safety, teamwork, and communication. There are no entry requirements. You'll finish with an NCFE Level 1 Award in Employability Skills.

Who this course is for

These qualifications are designed to prepare you to enter the world of work.

Entry requirements

No Entry Requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll write a professional CV tailored to job applications.
  • You'll draft effective cover letters for roles you want to apply for.
  • You'll practise completing job and apprenticeship application forms.
  • You'll prepare for interviews and learn what employers look for.
  • You'll develop communication and personal effectiveness skills.
  • You'll learn the basics of workplace health and safety.
  • You'll build skills in teamwork and creative thinking.
  • You'll create a portfolio to evidence your progress and achievements.

How you will learn

You'll learn through structured classroom activities at Achievement Training Plymouth. Assessment is portfolio-based. You gather evidence of your skills and achievements throughout the course, and your portfolio is then marked to show your progress. There are no exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Achievement Training Plymouth 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 orders.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling calls at a front desk.
  • Customer service advisor, helping customers by phone or in person.
  • Catering assistant, supporting kitchen and service teams.
  • Care assistant, supporting adults or older people day to day.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, strengthens written communication for job applications and further study.
  • Functional Skills Maths Level 1 or Level 2, builds numeracy skills many employers ask for.
  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, the next step up from this qualification.
  • Sector-specific Level 2 qualifications in areas such as retail, health and social care, or business administration, depending on the career direction you choose.
Apply on achievementtraining.com →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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