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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Walsall – Nova Training Bloxwich

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 Walsall. Classes run at Nova Training Bloxwich, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course runs for 13 weeks and covers the skills you need to find work, progress in a job, or move into further study. You'll build practical techniques for job searching, communication, and independent living. The course is open to people aged 16 to 18 years old with no previous experience required. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning.

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 techniques, including writing CVs and preparing for interviews.
  • You'll practise workplace communication skills, both written and spoken.
  • You'll explore how to set goals and manage your time effectively.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally to employers.
  • You'll build skills for independent living and managing everyday responsibilities.
  • You'll identify your own strengths and areas for development.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Bloxwich. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks linked to work and independent life. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence you build up during the course. There are no written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback as you progress.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant. Entry-level customer-facing role in shops and stores.
  • Warehouse operative. Picking, packing, and stock handling roles.
  • Care assistant. Supporting people in care homes or in the community.
  • Administrator. Office-based support and data entry roles.
  • Hospitality team member. Front-of-house or kitchen support work.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative. Maintaining buildings and workspaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Employability Skills Qualification. The natural next step after Level 1, covering more advanced workplace and career skills.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens your core skills and is recognised by employers as the GCSE equivalent.
  • Level 2 Certificate in a vocational subject. Courses in care, business administration, retail, or hospitality can open doors to specific job roles.
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