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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Telford – Nova Training Wellington

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Telford. Classes run at Nova Training Wellington, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course is open to people aged 16 to 18 years old with no previous experience needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills employers look for, covering job searching, workplace behaviour, communication, and independent living. The level 1 employability skills classes are designed to help you get into work, progress in a role, or move into further study.

Who this course is for

Employability Skills qualifications are designed to support an individual successfully gaining a job, progressing in a chosen field, preparing the individual for further study and supporting the development of techniques required for successful independent living.

This qualification is aimed at anyone who wants to live a more independent life, progress in education and/or their employment prospects; get into a job, develop on the job or move onto the next job, as they progress along the career ladder.

Entry requirements

Must be aged 16 to 18 and you don't need any previous experience in the industry already.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop job search skills, including writing CVs and preparing for interviews.
  • You'll practise workplace communication and professional behaviour.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan steps toward employment or further study.
  • You'll explore how to manage everyday tasks that support independent living.
  • You'll build awareness of rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
  • You'll develop skills for working with others in a team setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Wellington. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks linked to work and everyday life. Assessment is through portfolio work and assignments completed during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will support you throughout the 13 weeks.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock
  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing orders
  • Care assistant, supporting people in their daily lives
  • Hospitality team member, working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants
  • Cleaner or facilities operative, maintaining buildings and spaces
  • Delivery driver's mate, supporting logistics and deliveries
  • Receptionist, meeting visitors and handling admin tasks

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills (City and Guilds) - the next step up, recognised by more employers and useful for roles with more responsibility.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - strengthens your application for jobs and further training.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as business administration, customer service, or health and social care, depending on the career direction you want to take.
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