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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Wolverhampton – Nova Training Bushbury

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 Wolverhampton. Classes run at Nova Training Bushbury, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old with no previous experience needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills and knowledge that employers look for, covering job searching, workplace behaviour, and independent living. It supports you whether you're getting into work, developing on the job, or moving toward 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 techniques, including writing CVs and preparing for interviews.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally in a workplace setting.
  • You'll explore how to communicate effectively with colleagues and employers.
  • You'll build skills for managing your time and organising your workload.
  • You'll develop the knowledge needed for independent living and managing everyday responsibilities.
  • You'll understand how to set goals and plan steps toward employment or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Bushbury. Learning is delivered face-to-face during the day. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks that reflect real workplace situations. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than at a single end point.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant. Entry-level role in retail or hospitality.
  • Warehouse operative. Practical work in logistics and stock handling.
  • Receptionist. Front-of-house role in offices or healthcare settings.
  • Retail assistant. Sales floor and customer-facing work.
  • Care assistant. Supporting people in residential or community settings.
  • Administrator. Office-based support across many sectors.
  • Catering assistant. Kitchen and food service support roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Employability Skills. A natural next step to deepen your employability knowledge and strengthen your CV.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2. Widely expected by employers and required for many further courses.
  • Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as business administration, health and social care, or retail. These open doors to more specific job roles and higher pay.
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