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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Cannock

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 Cannock. Classes run at Nova Training Cannock, full-time during the day. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds and no previous experience is needed.

Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills employers look for. The course covers job searching, CV writing, interview techniques, workplace communication, and independent living skills. It's a City and Guilds employability skills qualification, so employers and colleges recognise what you've achieved.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Employability Skills at Level 1.

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 learn how to write a CV that stands out to employers.
  • You'll practise interview skills and how to present yourself confidently.
  • You'll develop workplace communication skills, both written and spoken.
  • You'll explore how to search and apply for jobs effectively.
  • You'll learn skills for managing day-to-day life more independently.
  • You'll understand what employers expect from workers in different settings.
  • You'll build skills to support further study or training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Nova Training Cannock. Lessons are delivered full-time during the day over 13 weeks. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and track your progress as you work through each unit.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock in a shop.
  • Warehouse operative, picking and packing orders in a warehouse.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in a care home or community setting.
  • Receptionist, meeting visitors and handling calls at a front desk.
  • Kitchen assistant, helping prepare food in a café or canteen.
  • Cleaner or facilities assistant, keeping buildings clean and maintained.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step to deepen your skills and strengthen your CV further.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, useful alongside any job application or further training.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in areas such as business administration, customer service, or health and social care, depending on the career you want to pursue.
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