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Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Willenhall – Nova Training Willenhall (head Office)

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 Willenhall. Classes run at Nova Training Willenhall (head Office), full-time during the day. This free employability skills course runs for 13 weeks and covers the skills and knowledge you need to find work, progress in a job, or move into further study. You'll also develop techniques for independent living. You must be aged 16 to 18 years old to enrol, and no previous experience is needed.

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 communicate effectively in a workplace setting.
  • You'll explore how to set goals and plan steps toward employment or further study.
  • You'll build skills for managing your time and working independently.
  • You'll understand what employers look for and how to meet those expectations.
  • You'll practise the everyday skills needed for independent living.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Learning is structured around practical tasks and activities that reflect real workplace situations. Assessment is ongoing and based on the work you produce during the course, such as portfolios, tasks, and assignments. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Willenhall (head Office) will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: customer-facing role in shops and stores.
  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and stock handling.
  • Care assistant: supporting people in care homes or at home.
  • Receptionist: front-of-house admin in offices or clinics.
  • Kitchen assistant: food preparation support in catering settings.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: maintaining buildings and workplaces.
  • Delivery driver's mate: supporting logistics and delivery teams.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills (City and Guilds): the next step up, strengthening your employability skills for more competitive roles.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: qualifications that employers and colleges often ask for, recognised as the GCSE equivalent at Level 2.
  • Level 2 vocational qualifications in your chosen sector, such as retail, health and social care, or business administration, to move into a specific career area.
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