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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration79 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Ealing. Classes run at Global Skills Training Centre.

The course is government funded, so there is no cost to you. You'll study communication, personal effectiveness, and the skills employers look for in the workplace. The course takes around 79 hours of study of study, with flexible daytime classes.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Employability Skills.

Who this course is for

Certificate in Employability Skills Level 1 is designed to prepare learners to enter the world of work.

The objectives of this qualification is to help learners:

  • develop and enhance skills required for the working environment
  • develop learners’ confidence for employment and motivation
  • improve communication skills and personal effectiveness
  • provide a basis for further study

This qualification is a short introduction for anyone preparing to enter the world of work. It is also suitable for anyone already working who wishes to formalise and further develop their existing experience and skills.

Entry requirements

Proof of ID, proof of residence, proof of address, proof of employment, if self-employed then a completed yearly tax return form, proof of unemployment, English and Maths initial assessments.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll build personal effectiveness and self-management habits.
  • You'll learn what employers expect from workers.
  • You'll practise skills for job applications and interviews.
  • You'll improve your motivation and confidence for employment.
  • You'll explore routes into further study or training.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Global Skills Training Centre. Learning is flexible and runs during the daytime. You'll complete tasks and activities that build your workplace skills. Assessment is ongoing through coursework and practical tasks rather than a formal exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Global Skills Training Centre 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 organising stock.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling calls at a front desk.
  • Cleaner or caretaker, maintaining buildings and communal spaces.
  • Kitchen assistant, supporting food preparation in a catering setting.
  • Care assistant, helping people with daily tasks in a care setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step to deepen your workplace skills.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, useful if you want to meet employer literacy requirements.
  • Level 2 Award in Customer Service, if you are moving into a customer-facing role.
  • A sector-specific Level 2 qualification in an area such as retail, care, or business administration.
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