Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Wellington House, part-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to build skills at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover the practical skills employers look for, from communication and teamwork to planning and problem-solving. An information, advice, and guidance session is part of the process, so the centre can make sure this is the right starting point for you. This is a free employability skills course open to anyone.

Who this course is for

Anyone. Please contact us for more information.

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for the workplace, including listening and speaking clearly.
  • You'll practise working as part of a team and understanding your role within it.
  • You'll learn how to plan and organise your time and tasks.
  • You'll explore how to present yourself well to employers, including CV writing and interview preparation.
  • You'll build awareness of rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
  • You'll identify your own strengths and areas to develop.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Wellington House. Learning is delivered in a supportive group setting with a tutor. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no exams. You'll have an initial information, advice, and guidance session before you start, so the centre can plan your learning with you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wellington House will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers day to day.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and organising stock.
  • Retail assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in their homes or in residential settings.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing calls and admin.
  • Catering assistant, working in a kitchen or serving food.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths. Strengthens your job applications and is recognised by employers as a GCSE equivalent.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 Certificate in a specific sector, such as health and social care, business administration, or customer service. These qualifications move you closer to a specific job role.
  • A Level 2 employability or vocational qualification to build on the skills you've gained here.

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