Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in York. Classes run at York College, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll build the practical skills employers look for, covering areas like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and working to deadlines. It's a strong foundation if you're moving toward employment or further study.
Who this course is for
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
Entry requirements
Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
You'll practise working as part of a team.
You'll learn how to manage your time and meet deadlines.
You'll explore how to present yourself to employers, including CV writing and interview skills.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas for development.
You'll understand what employers expect from workers in different settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at York College. Assessment is likely to include practical tasks, portfolio work, and tutor observation. Full details of how you'll be assessed are available on the York College website.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. York College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers
Retail assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till
Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and organising stock
Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing calls
Care assistant, supporting people in care or community settings
Administrator, handling day-to-day office tasks
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills (City and Guilds) - the next step up, recognised by more employers.
Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths - useful alongside any employability qualification and often asked for by employers.
A vocational Level 2 qualification in your chosen sector, such as business administration, health and social care, or retail, to move toward a specific job role.
