Free Level 1 Enterprise Skills Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year and fits around other commitments. You'll explore what enterprise means, study the qualities of successful entrepreneurs, and assess your own strengths. You'll also plan and take part in an enterprise activity, working with others and reviewing what went well. Assessment is portfolio-based with no exams. You'll need to show you can reach Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course.
Who this course is for
This course is all about helping you build the skills you need to be enterprising. You'll learn what enterprise means, explore the qualities of successful entrepreneurs, and discover your own strengths. You'll also get the chance to plan and take part in a real enterprise activity, working with others and learning how to improve your skills for the future. It's a great starting point if you want to boost your confidence, work better in teams, and prepare for further study or work.
Entry requirements
You will need to demonstrate an ability to achieve Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course through an initial assessment.
What you will learn
You'll learn what enterprise and entrepreneurship mean in practice.
You'll explore the skills and qualities of enterprising individuals.
You'll investigate local entrepreneurs and assess your own enterprise skills.
You'll plan and take part in an enterprise activity.
You'll work collaboratively, agreeing roles and managing resources with others.
You'll review the success of an enterprise activity and identify areas for your own development.
How you will learn
There are no exams on this course. Assessment is portfolio-based. Your assessor will observe you in class and may gather witness testimonies. You'll also complete written reports or assignments, give presentations, take part in discussions, and answer questions. You need to demonstrate that you've met all the assessment criteria across both units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Junior sales assistant, supporting customers and driving sales in a retail setting.
Team administrator, helping coordinate projects and day-to-day business tasks.
Customer service advisor, handling enquiries and resolving issues for businesses.
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and communications for a small business.
Retail team member, working across sales, stock, and customer experience.
Self-employed trader or market seller, running a small enterprise independently.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business. The natural next step after this course, building on your enterprise and business knowledge at a higher level.
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. Useful if you want to strengthen your job-readiness alongside business knowledge.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens your core skills and is recognised by employers as a GCSE equivalent.
