Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at New City College Poplar Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 14 weeks and covers the practical skills employers look for when hiring. You'll build your understanding of the workplace, job searching, and how to present yourself to employers. This free employability skills course for adults is open to learners aged 19 or over. It suits anyone fitting study around other commitments, with daytime classes at a manageable pace.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll develop job search skills, including how to find and apply for vacancies.
You'll learn how to write a CV and complete job application forms.
You'll practise interview techniques and how to prepare for interviews.
You'll explore what employers expect from workers in the workplace.
You'll develop communication skills for professional settings.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas for development.
You'll learn how to set realistic goals and plan your next steps.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at New City College Poplar Campus. Learning is delivered through group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is through portfolio-based evidence and assignments completed during the course. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Poplar Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer Service Advisor: handling enquiries and supporting customers day to day.
Retail Assistant: working on the shop floor or at a till.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and managing front-of-house tasks.
Administrator: supporting office teams with everyday tasks.
Warehouse Operative: picking, packing, and processing orders.
Care Assistant: supporting people in residential or community settings.
What you could study next
After completing this Level 1 employability skills qualification, you could move on to:
Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills: a step up covering more advanced workplace skills.
Level 2 Award in Customer Service: useful if you want to work in a customer-facing role.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: strengthens your applications and opens more job options.
