Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Clacton-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at Nova Training Clacton on Sea, full-time during the day. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds and you don't need any previous experience to join.

This employability skills qualification covers the practical skills and knowledge that help you find work, progress in a role, and manage day-to-day independent living. You'll study topics such as job searching, communication, teamwork, and personal development. The course runs for 13 weeks.

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 develop job-searching skills, including how to find and apply for vacancies.
  • You'll practise writing CVs and covering letters.
  • You'll build communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll learn how to work as part of a team.
  • You'll explore personal development and goal-setting techniques.
  • You'll develop skills for independent living and managing everyday responsibilities.
  • You'll learn how to prepare for interviews and present yourself to employers.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom setting with tutor-led sessions and group activities. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and give feedback on your progress.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serves customers and supports store operations.
  • Warehouse operative, picks, packs, and dispatches goods.
  • Hospitality team member, works front of house or in a kitchen.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and handles admin tasks.
  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living needs.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative, maintains buildings and communal spaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step that deepens the skills covered in this course.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths, useful alongside or after this qualification to strengthen your job applications.
  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in a specific vocational area such as retail, hospitality, or health and social care, once you have a clearer idea of the career you want to pursue.

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