Free Level 1 Employability Skills Short Course in Leicester
CostFREE
Duration45 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Employability Skills Short Course in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester, during the day with flexible study to fit around you. This free employability skills short course covers the practical skills you need to find and apply for work. You'll explore how to set career goals, search for suitable jobs, and present yourself well to employers. The course runs over 45 hours. You'll need a good understanding of English at Level 1, though you don't need a formal qualification to prove it.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people who have limited employability skills and need support finding and applying for jobs. The course will help to improve your employability skills to help you find a suitable job. You will be given practical skills to help you establish your career goals and find the right job for you.
Entry requirements
A desire to learn about employability skills and use them to find employment in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English at Level 1, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.
What you will learn
You'll identify your career goals and what kind of work suits you.
You'll learn how to search for jobs effectively.
You'll develop skills for writing CVs and job applications.
You'll practise preparing for job interviews.
You'll build an understanding of workplace expectations and professional behaviour.
You'll learn how to present your skills and experience to employers.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Workpays Leicester. Sessions are interactive and practical, focusing on real job-search tasks. You'll be assessed through activities and tasks that show what you've learned, such as producing a CV or completing a job application. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers day to day.
Retail sales assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till.
Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching orders.
Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing front-of-house tasks.
Care assistant, supporting people in their daily lives.
Administrator, providing office and clerical support to a team.
Hospitality team member, working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English, if you want to strengthen your written and spoken English for work or further study.
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, useful for roles that involve handling money or data.
Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service, a step toward customer-facing roles.
Level 2 Award in Business Administration, for those moving into office-based work.
Level 2 Health and Social Care Diploma, if you're interested in working in care.
