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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in West Bromwich – Nova Training West Bromwich

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 West Bromwich. Classes run at Nova Training West Bromwich, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course runs for 13 weeks and covers the skills you need to find work, progress in a job, or move into further study. You'll build practical techniques for job searching, workplace communication, and independent living. No previous experience is needed. You must be aged 16 to 18 years old to enrol.

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 practise workplace communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan steps toward employment or further study.
  • You'll explore what employers look for and how to meet those expectations.
  • You'll develop skills for managing everyday tasks and independent living.
  • You'll build an understanding of rights and responsibilities in the workplace.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training West Bromwich. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than exams. You'll complete assignments and activities that reflect real workplace situations. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback on your progress throughout the 13 weeks.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - front-line retail or hospitality roles
  • Warehouse operative - stock handling and logistics entry roles
  • Care assistant - supporting people in care settings
  • Administrator - office and clerical support roles
  • Retail assistant - sales floor and customer-facing work
  • Receptionist - front-of-house and visitor management roles

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills (City and Guilds) - the next step up, useful if you want to strengthen your employability skills qualification further.
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths - supports job applications where employers ask for evidence of literacy and numeracy.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, such as retail, business administration, or health and social care, to move toward a specific career.
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