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

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 Oldbury. Classes run at Nova Training Oldbury, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course for adults and young people aged 16 to 18 years old runs over 13 weeks. You'll build the practical skills and knowledge employers look for, covering job searching, workplace behaviour, communication, and independent living. The course also supports progression into further study. You don't need any previous experience to start.

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 behave professionally in a workplace setting.
  • You'll practise communication skills used in work and everyday life.
  • You'll explore how to manage your time and take responsibility for your own learning.
  • You'll build skills that support independent living.
  • You'll identify your own strengths and areas to develop for employment or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Oldbury. Learning is delivered full-time during the day. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is reviewed throughout the 13 weeks to make sure you're on track.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant. Entry-level customer-facing role in shops and stores.
  • Warehouse operative. Stock handling and logistics in a warehouse setting.
  • Care assistant. Supporting people in residential or home care settings.
  • Receptionist. Front-of-house admin and customer service role.
  • Catering assistant. Food preparation and service in kitchens or canteens.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative. Maintaining buildings and workspaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. A natural next step to deepen your employability skills qualification and strengthen your CV further.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Widely expected by employers and a requirement for many further courses.
  • Level 2 vocational qualification in your chosen sector, such as retail, health and social care, or business administration.
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