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Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Newham

CostFREE
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Newham. Classes run at Newham College London East Ham Campus, part-time during the day. It may be free if you are 19 or over and unemployed or on a low wage. Fees may apply for others.

The course runs over one week. You will explore what kind of work suits you and build the practical skills to apply for jobs. Topics include CV writing, job searching, interview preparation, and motivation. Entry Level 3 may be helpful, but basic maths and English at entry level is enough to get started.

You will finish with an NCFE Level 1 Award in Employability Skills.

Who this course is for

This course will help you to focus on the type of job you would like to do and help you with the motivation and skills to apply for and get the job you have always wanted. This programme will transform your thinking and improve your confidence levels. You will also be learning with other people who are in the same position as you. You will be trained by a multi-award-winning trainer and career coach.

Entry requirements

You should have basic Maths & English (entry levels accepted). There are no subject-specific recommended prior learning requirements for these qualifications. However, you may find it helpful if you've already achieved an Entry Level 3 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify the type of work that suits your skills and goals.
  • You'll write and improve a CV ready to send to employers.
  • You'll practise job searching using different methods and tools.
  • You'll prepare for job interviews, including what to say and how to present yourself.
  • You'll develop motivation strategies to stay focused during your job search.
  • You'll build an understanding of workplace expectations and professional behaviour.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. You will learn through group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, such as your CV and written tasks. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newham College London East Ham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and supports customers in retail or office settings.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and manages calls at a front desk.
  • Warehouse operative, picks, packs, and dispatches goods in a warehouse.
  • Retail sales assistant, serves customers and maintains stock on the shop floor.
  • Administrator, supports a team with filing, emails, and general office tasks.
  • Cleaner or facilities assistant, maintains buildings and communal areas.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step to deepen your job-readiness skills.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, useful if employers ask for evidence of literacy or numeracy.
  • A vocational Level 2 qualification in your chosen sector, such as business administration, customer service, or health and social care, to move into a specific career area.
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