Free Level 1 Personal Development for Employability Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting it around your other commitments. It covers business administration skills and the practical knowledge employers look for. The course typically takes 2 weeks to complete. To enrol, you need to be aged 19 or over, unemployed or volunteering, currently on benefits, and living in Peterborough or Cambridgeshire. Earning this free personal development for employability qualification shows employers you have the skills and knowledge to contribute from day one.
Who this course is for
This course is for people who want to improve their Business Administration skills and gain a qualification which proves their abilities and knowledge. This course covers a range of skills to meet the needs of the majority of employers across this region.
Entry requirements
19+
Unemployed, or Volunteering
Currently on benefits
Living in Peterborough/Cambridgeshire
What you will learn
You'll develop practical business administration skills used in everyday workplace tasks.
You'll build knowledge of how to present yourself professionally to employers.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively in a work setting.
You'll understand how to manage your time and organise your work.
You'll explore the skills and behaviours employers expect from staff.
You'll gain confidence in applying for jobs and preparing for interviews.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on the work you complete during the course. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you. Steadfast Training will confirm the details of how your work is submitted and marked before you begin.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Steadfast Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator: supporting day-to-day office and admin operations.
Receptionist: first point of contact in offices, clinics, or schools.
Customer service assistant: handling queries and supporting customers directly.
Data entry clerk: inputting and maintaining records accurately.
Office assistant: general administrative support across a range of organisations.
Warehouse administrator: processing orders and managing stock records.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Business Administration: builds directly on this Award and covers more advanced admin skills.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths: strengthens the core skills many employers ask for.
Level 2 Customer Service Qualification: useful if you want to move into a customer-facing role.
Level 3 Business Administration qualification: the next step if you're aiming for a supervisory or office management role.
