Free Level 1 Progression Course in Leeds

Name: Free Level 1 Progression Course in Leeds
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration1 year

LevelLevel 1

DeliveryClassroom based

StartFlexible

Study modeFlexible

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 1 Progression Course in Leeds. Classes run at Nacro Education Centre Leeds. You'll cover communication, problem-solving, managing money, and preparing for employment, alongside practical hospitality and catering skills including preparing food and drink and serving customers. The course runs with flexible daytime attendance and typically takes one year. You may also have the chance to take a vocational unit alongside your main studies. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this level 1 progression course is the right fit for you.

Who this course is for

If you have ever thought about working in a restaurant, café or hotel, why not join one of our hospitality and catering courses? At Nacro Education, you can learn all about preparing food and drink, serving customers and taking bookings. You will be able to try out recipes for yourself, practice making drinks and prepare yourself for a really enjoyable job.

What you will learn

You'll develop communication skills for everyday and workplace situations.
You'll practise preparing food and drink in a hospitality setting.
You'll learn how to serve customers and take bookings.
You'll build skills in managing money and budgeting.
You'll work on problem-solving and practical numeracy.
You'll explore what employers expect and how to prepare for work.
You'll develop independence skills for daily life.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based with a mix of practical activities, group discussion, and personal reflection. Lessons are designed to move at a pace that works for you. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You may also complete a vocational unit alongside the main course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nacro Education Centre Leeds will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Kitchen assistant: support food preparation in cafés, restaurants, or canteens.
Catering assistant: help with food service in schools, hospitals, or events.
Front-of-house assistant: take orders and serve customers in hospitality venues.
Hotel room attendant: housekeeping and guest-facing roles in hotels.
Barista or café assistant: prepare drinks and serve customers.

What you could study next

A natural next step is a Level 2 qualification in Hospitality and Catering, such as a Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles, which takes you closer to skilled roles in kitchens and front-of-house. You could also move on to a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in English or Maths, which many employers and colleges ask for. If you want to stay in a broader learning route, a Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills is another option.

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