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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 people 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, communication, and independent living skills. The level 1 employability skills qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

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 practise communication skills for work and everyday life.
  • You'll explore how to manage your time and take responsibility for your own learning.
  • You'll build the skills needed for independent living, including managing money and planning ahead.
  • You'll understand what employers expect and how to meet those expectations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Bushbury. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks linked to work and daily life. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and practical tasks rather than formal exams. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course so you can see how you're developing.

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 retail and service roles.
  • Warehouse operative. Picking, packing, and stock handling work.
  • Receptionist. Front-of-house and admin support roles.
  • Care assistant. Supporting people in care homes or at home.
  • Catering assistant. Kitchen and food service support roles.
  • Retail assistant. Sales floor and till work in shops.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills. The natural next step, recognised by more employers and colleges.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens your core skills and opens more job and training options.
  • Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as health and social care, business administration, or retail. These lead directly into specific job roles.
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