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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Kidderminster – Nova Training Kidderminster

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 Kidderminster. Classes run at Nova Training Kidderminster, full-time during the day. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll build the practical skills and knowledge that employers look for, covering how to find work, progress in a role, and manage independent living. This free employability skills course is open to those aged 16 to 18 years old with no previous experience needed. You'll have an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning from the right starting point.

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 skills, including how to find and apply for work.
  • You'll learn how to write a CV and prepare for interviews.
  • You'll explore what employers expect from workers in different roles.
  • You'll practise communication and teamwork skills used in the workplace.
  • You'll build skills for managing day-to-day tasks and independent living.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan steps toward further study or employment.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Nova Training Kidderminster. You'll take part in group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is through portfolio work and assignments that show what you've learned. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is reviewed throughout the course so you stay on track.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching orders.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in their daily lives.
  • Receptionist, meeting visitors and handling calls and admin.
  • Kitchen assistant, helping prepare and serve food in a catering setting.
  • Delivery driver's mate, supporting logistics and local deliveries.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Employability Skills (City and Guilds) - the next step up, recognised by more employers and suitable for those ready to develop further.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths - strengthens the core skills that most employers and colleges ask for.
  • Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as retail, health and social care, or business administration, once you have a clearer career direction.
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